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.