Spinach, Leek, and White Bean Soup

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 tsp olive oil

• 1 leek, bulb only

• 1 clove garlic

• 16 oz can fat-free chicken broth

• 15oz cannellini beans

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• ¼ cup orzo

• 1 cup fresh spinach

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or soup pot over medium heat

2. Chop garlic and leek. Add into saucepan and cook until tender, stirring often (about 5 minutes).

3. Stir in chicken broth, beans, bay leaf, and cumin. Bring to a boil, then turn down to low heat and stir in couscous.

4. Cover and let cook for 5 minutes, or until orzo is soft. Stir in spinach and season with pepper if desired (1-2 minutes). Serve Immediately.

NUTRITION INFO (4 servings):

Calories: 225 Total Fat: 1.9 g Carbohydrate: 40 g Protein: 14.4 g Sodium: 314 mg

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