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Creamy Quinoa and Vegetable Soup

By: PensyGirl 
"This is a very quick and easy soup. Quinoa is a grain found in most health food stores, and many large grocery stores. It is a complete protein containing all 8 amino acids, so serve this soup with a whole-wheat roll for a filling and nutritious lunch."

What to Drink?

Wine Chardonnay
Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
  • 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Bring the beef broth, water, and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in the green onions, mushrooms, green beans, and tarragon; continue cooking until the green beans are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the evaporated milk, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Simmer 2 more minutes until heated through.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 321 | Total Fat: 8.9g | Cholesterol: 20mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 3, 2011 by melyssa   view full review
This was ok, but I didn't like the tarragon flavor with it, and think it might be better with...

 

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