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4 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

— or regular 2 cups water

1 teaspoon dried thyme — crushed

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 cup packaged dried small shell macaroni

1 16 ounces pa frozen mixed vegetables

2 cups chopped cooked turkey

–or chicken 3/4 cup frozen florida orange juice concentrate — thawed

florida orange slices — halved –optional herb sprigs — optional

In a large saucepan combine broth, water, thyme, and pepper Bring to boiling. Stir in macaroni. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Boil gently, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Stir in vegetables; return to boiling. Boil gently, uncovered, 5 to 7 minutes more or until vegetables and pasta are tender.

Stir in turkey and thawed concentrate. Heat through. If desired, garnish with oranges and herb sprigs. Makes 5 (about 1 3/4-cup) servings.

Nutrition facts per serving: 342 cal., 26 g pro., 46 g carbo., 6 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 54 mg cholesterol, 1 g dietary fiber, 663 mg sodium. Daily Value: 76% vit. C, 39% vit. A, 22% folate, 23% thiamine, 16% riboflavin, 53% niacin, 17% iron, 17% potassium.

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