This light spring soup makes a versatile first course, luncheon presentation or savory supper. The addition of spinach thickens the soup and keeps calories low. Variation: Serve cold with the addition of cream.

Additions:

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
6 cups chicken broth
1 box frozen, chopped spinach

Cooking Directions:

Melt butter in 3 or 4 quart pot. Add soup mix and toss lightly to coat vegetables. Add chicken broth and spinach and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of toasted almonds.

Inventive Soup Variations:

Option 1: For a deeper green soup, add asparagus pieces with the broth and simmer the same 20 minutes. Turn off heat and add 1/2 cup cream or milk, if desired. This versatile soup makes an elegant first course or luncheon presentation, or a delightful and savory supper.

Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1/3 Cup (16g) Dry Mix Prepared Serving Size: About 1 Cup Serving Per Container: About 6 Amount per Serving Mix Prepared Calories 77 163 Calories from Fat 27 72 % Daily Value** Total Fat 0g 4% 12% Sat. Fat 0g 0% 15% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% 3% Sodium 0mg 0% 35% Total Carbs 11g 4% 5% Dietary Fiber 1g 6% 8% Sugars 1g Protein 2g Vitamin A 16% 57% Vitamin C 9% 19% Calcium 2% 10% Iron 5% 12% * Amount in Mix ** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.