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Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.

Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

 

"I live on good soup, not on fine words."
-Moliere, Playwright

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Take your time and simmer this soup slowly so that it infuses with the bacon and sage. The chick peas should be slightly soft and will add creaminess to the soup. With a nice slice of sourdough or gluten-free bread, this is a perfect meal.


 

Tomato and Chick Pea Stew

Servings: 4 | Serving size: about 1 1/2 cups

Cooking Time: 60 Minutes

This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3.

This recipe makes very good leftovers.

1 slice bacon (diced)
1 large onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 28 ounce can peeled tomatoes
2 15 ounce can no salt added chick peas (garbanzo beans)
1 Tbsp dried sage
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp salt
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Place a large sauce pan over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring frequently, for about two minutes.

Add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes.

Add the tomatoes, chick peas, sage, bay leaves, salt and pepper.

Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about an hour.

Serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: about 1 1/2 cups

Servings: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories 293 Calories from Fat 58
% Daily Value
Total Fat 7g 10%
    Saturated Fat 1g 7%
    Monounsaturated Fat 2g
    Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 381mg 16%
Total Carbohydrates 47g 16%
    Dietary Fiber 12g 50%
    Sugars 13g
Protein 14g
Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 42%
Calcium 15% Iron 33%
Vitamin K 18 mcg Potassium 849 mg
Magnesium 90 mg