Italian Vegetable Soup

½ small green cabbage, rinsed and sliced6 leaves Swiss chard, rinsed and sliced¼ cup cooked ham, minced2 garlic cloves, minced¼ cup parsley, chopped½ cup onion, chopped4 tablespoons olive oil2 ribs celery, chopped2 large carrots, chopped2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped2 small zucchini, diced1 can (28 ounces) Italian peeled tomatoes, chopped, reserving juice1 tablespoon honey6 cups… Continue reading Italian Vegetable Soup

Black and White Soup

1 quart chicken broth1 medium onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, chopped1 can (16 ounces) cannellini beans, drained1 can (16 ounces) black beans, drained1 head escarole, leaves separated and and washed3 tablespoons olive oil½ teaspoon oregano1/8 teaspoon black pepper1 bay leaf Sauté onions and garlic in oil until onion is translucent. Add beans and chicken broth, and… Continue reading Black and White Soup

Chunky Bean and Chicken Chili with Tortilla Crisps

2 cups crushed tortilla chips1 cup whole tortilla chips1 pound boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces2 teaspoons cooking oil2 cans (19 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained6 ounces Monterey Jack with jalapeno, shredded1 can (4 ½ ounces) diced green chiles1 can (14 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth½ cup water chopped fresh cilantroTortilla… Continue reading Chunky Bean and Chicken Chili with Tortilla Crisps