* Exported from MasterCook *

HAM AND CHEESE SOUP

Recipe By :Deanie Comeaux Bahan
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:35
Categories : 5-10G Low Carb Soup Meat


Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tsp minced garlic
1 cup ham -- diced
4 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper -- to taste
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 cup cream
1 cup grated cheddar cheese -- (1/2 to 1 cup)
chopped green onions -- for garnish

Saute the onions, celery, bell pepper, and garlic in olive oil till tender. Add the ham and cook to brown. Add the broth, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and basil. Simmer uncovered for about 20 min. Add cream and bring back to a boil. Slowly add cheese, stirring constantly.

Source:
"Sugarfree Quick & Easy"



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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 294 Calories; 22g Fat (66.2% calories from fat); 19g Protein; 6g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 62mg Cholesterol; 1403mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 3 Fat.

NOTES : The AUSSIE Low Carb Gourmet Tony Blakemore July. 2001
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