Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients:

2-3 cans chicken broth (depending on how "brothy" you like it)
2 cans cream of chicken soup
2 c. chopped carrots
2 c. chopped celery
2 c. chopped onion
2 c. cooked and cubed chicken
2 c. noodles (cooked)

Directions:

Combine everything but chicken and noodles. Simmer until veggies are soft. Add chicken and noodles. Salt and pepper to taste.

(submitted by Marianne Woodbury)

Chicken Tortellini Soup

Ingredients:
6 c. water
3 cans chicken broth
1 can cream of chicken soup
2 c. cooked and cubed chicken
1 c. chopped onion
1 c. sliced carrots
2 T. apple juice concentrate
2 cloves minced garlic
1/2 t. basil leaves
1/2 t. oregano
7 oz. pkg. fresh cheese tortellini
9 oz. pkg. frozen chopped broccoli (thawed)
grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

In large pot combine all ingredients except broccoli and tortellini. Bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.

Add tortellini and broccoli. Simmer 10-15 minutes or until cooked.

Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

(submitted by Marianne Woodbury)

Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:
1 lb. ground beef
1 chopped onion
2 cans chicken broth
1 can kidney beans
1 can corn
1 can Vegg All (or mixed veggies)
1 qt. can tomatoes
1 c. pasta noodles (cooked)
Shake of Basil (or to taste)
Shake of Oregano (or to taste)

Directions:
Saute ground beef and onion. Blend (as in put in blender) can of tomatoes. Combine all ingredients and enjoy!

(submitted by Marianne Woodbury)

Ranch Dip

Ingredients:

1 pkg. ranch dressing powder mix
1 16 oz. carton cottage cheese

Directions:

Mix ingredients together. Serve with vegetables, chips, or crackers.

(submitted by Marianne Woodbury)