Ingredients:
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 medium onion -- chopped
4 large carrots -- chopped
1 pound potatoes -- scrubbed and
chopped -- about 3 medium
-- potatoes
3 stalks celery -- chopped
2 medium zucchini -- chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt -- (optional)
1 dash black pepper -- fresh ground, to
taste
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup fresh parsley -- finely chopped
6 cups chicken stock -- homemade
10 teaspoons cheddar cheese -- lowfat, shredded |
Preparation:
In a large heavy saucepot or Dutch oven, combine onion, carrots, potatoes, celery, zucchini, salt, pepper, bay leaves and parsley. Cover with stock, bring to a boil and simmer, covered, 45 to 60 minutes or until vegetables are very tender. Remove bay leaves. Serve hot, topped with cheese |
