This hearty soup is a real family pleaser. It’s easy to make, and you can also substitute chicken or black beans for the beef if you’d prefer.
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1 pound ground sirloin
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups water
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 cup salsa
2 cups cubed, peeled Louisiana yams (sweet potatoes)
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups frozen corn
Makes 9 servings
Each 1-cup serving contains:
Calories 149
Calories from fat 17%
Fat 3g
Saturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 28mg
Sodium 289mg
Carbohydrate 19g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Sugars 4g
Protein 13g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 ½ very lean meat
Recipe courtesy of Speaking of Women’s Health
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