TOMATO BASIL SOUP Makes 2 servings (1 vegetable) Ingredients: 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth (or substitute 1 cup water for 1 cup broth 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes 3 ounces of organic tomato paste 4-6 leaves of fresh basil rolled and sliced 1-2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons onion, chopped 1 teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon dried oregano Pinch of marjoram Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Puree all ingredients in a food processor to blend. Pour into a saucepan

VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 vegetable) Ingredients: 100 grams lean beef, cubed Celery, cabbage or tomato, diced 2 cups beef or vegetable broth (or substitute 1 cup water for 1 cup broth) 1 tablespoon onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 bay leaf 1/8 teaspoon dried basil 1/8 teaspoon fresh or dried oregano Pinch of thyme Pinch of paprika Pinch of chili powder Salt and black pepper to taste Directions: Combine onion, garlic and spices with beef broth.