Three Sisters Soup

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The three "sisters" in this Native American recipe refer to the corn, beans, and squash.

Nutrition Facts

Three Sisters Soup
CaloriesCalories
145 Per Serving
ProteinProtein
9g Per Serving
FiberFiber
10g Per Serving
Cost Per ServingCost Per Serving
$1.80

Ingredients

Servings  6  

  • 6 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 15.25-ounce can no-salt-added whole-kernel corn, rinsed and drained
  • 1 15.25-ounce can no-salt-added kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 rib of celery, chopped
  • 1 15-ounce can solid-pack pumpkin (not pie filling)
  • 5 fresh medium sage leaves
    OR
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder

Directions

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  1. Pour the broth into a large stockpot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. 
  2. Stir in the corn, beans, onion, and celery. Boil, still over medium-high heat, for 10 minutes. 
  3. Stir in the pumpkin, sage, and curry. Reduce the heat and simmer on medium-low heat for 20 minutes. 
 

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