This soup is packed with flavor yet low in fat. You can customize it with any vegetables or protein you have on hand.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Beth doesn't share recipes. She's 'one of those' cooks! ;-) So feel privileged, 'cause here's one she kindly shared! :) (NOTE: Beth's original recipe did not have the basil or pepper, it had one less tbsp. onion, and it had an extra tbsp. of sugar. I modified the recipe for my tastes.) 2007-11-13 EDIT: I made this again, adding 4 cloves of minced garlic, and it was delish! (((NOT included in the nutritional information, but it wouldn't really affect the calories anyway!))) :)

Submitted by CURVES_N_CURLS

My entire family loves this recipe. It's wonderful on a cold day.

Submitted by SHELMIKLIS

If you love Minestrone, you will love this recipe!! In my opinion this is better than Olive Garden's Minestrone soup. I love that you can make it as thick or thin as you want. Try adding some red wine for a more authentic flavor. I left the wine out in order to shave calories.

Submitted by DIVA3993

Try a two for one: The next time you are turning on the oven to 375 degrees, roast the squash, cool it slightly, peel and package to freeze. You'll have butternut squash on hand whenever you need it, and you can have dinner on the table in no time!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is an adaptation of my favorite chicken tortilla soup recipe. If you have the calories to spare, make some tortilla chips in the oven to eat with the soup and top with a bit of sour cream, cheese, avocado and anything else you like! It is very flavorful on it's own, though. Be sure to use high-quality enchilada sauce, as some brands can be greasy. I like to add other veggies in sometimes, such as carrots and squash.

Submitted by OUKATIE

Power meals for your family - 100 % Wholesome!

Add a dash of hot sauce to your bowl for extra heat. Use a variety of your favorite beans if you wish.

Submitted by SARAHP130

Nice, Hearty Vegetarian Soup

Submitted by ERINMICHELLE75

Adding beans to this chili helps to lower the fat and cholesterol in each serving.

This combines the taste of lasagna without the calories. You can make with reduced-sodium ingredients and cut the sodium content way down.

Submitted by PANSYLADY2

This is modified from www.afarmgirldabbles.com
I used considerably less meat & added the mushrooms & spinach.

Submitted by WENDYDANCER