Gumbo Soup(Low Cal)

* Exported from MasterCook *

GUMBO SOUP (LOW CAL)

Recipe By :
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetarian Low-fat
Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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12 c Water
6 ts Vegetable Bouillon granules
4 Tomatoes, fresh or 1-lb can
1/2 c Corn, fresh or canned
1 Celery rib, diced
1 Onion, diced
1/2 c Okra, cut
1/4 c Rice, white or brown
1/8 ts Tabasco Sauce (optional)
1 c Shredded cabbage (optional)

Directions: Place all ingredients in a large pot,
bring to boil, cover and simmer about 20 minutes until
all vegetables are done. 1-l/2 C serving equals about
35 calories.

NOTE: I use Uncle Ben's Converted Rice as it seems to
hold its shape better in long cooking periods. Any
rice will work if this soup is not reheated several
times, but it usually is!

This is a thin soup, I sometimes add shredded cabbage,
chard, bok choy, or other green vegetable to it. The
greens make it thicker and more filling, but add few
calories. This doesn't resemble the real Cajun Gumbo,
but is good for those days when you feel you've
over-indulged and need to cut back. I keep in it the
fridge and use it as a snack when I just have to have
something else. You can also add herbs, hot pepper, it
is very versatile, and a good starting recipe.
Original, from Files of A. Broaddus/Houston
5/16/93



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