April 30, 2006
Florentine Tomato Soup

Spinach is combined with green pepper, basil and diced tomatoes in this easy and delicious soup. All ingredients are then simmered together with garlic and bouillon.
1-teaspoon olive oil
½ cup green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
11/2 cups water
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1-teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon grated black pepper
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook bell pepper, onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in tomatoes, water, basil, bouillon and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
2. Stir in spinach and cook 5 to 7 minutes more.
Serves 5




