Fast Soup on a Busy Night . . .

We have all rushed home with a hungry family, wondering what on earth we can throw together that will be nutritious, within the budget, and edible. This quick soup is very much delightfully edible and all you have to worry about is making biscuits, toast, or serving warm tortillas with it.

Busy Night Fast Soup

1 1/2 cups of either cooked chicken breast, diced
1/2 cup smoked ham, finely diced
1 cup sliced onion
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 cloves garlic, peels, smashed, and chopped
1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables.
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste

In a large pot, put in a couple teaspoons of oil. Add the ham and the onions, garlic, and cook until onions are tender and ham is browning a bit. Sprinkle in the flour and cook for another minute. Cooking the flour with the ham and onions, etc. will prevent any lumping of the flour when you add the liquids. Stir in the tomatoes, mixed vegetables, and broth. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat. Add the chicken and cook, covered, for 8-10 minutes. Season with poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.