Save Parmesan cheese rind to flavor this simple Italian soup. Any small pasta, such as orecchiette, radiatore, or rotelle, works well in place of the seashells.

Recipe by Cooking Light November 2003

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Credit: Photography: Karry Hosford

Recipe Summary

Yield:
4 servings (serving size: about 1 1/2 cups)
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add carrot; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Stir in stock and remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 7 minutes or until shells are tender. Discard rind.

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Chef's Notes

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Nutrition Facts

258 calories; calories from fat 25%; fat 7.1g; saturated fat 1.4g; mono fat 3.5g; poly fat 1.4g; protein 16.4g; carbohydrates 31.2g; fiber 4.4g; cholesterol 25mg; iron 2.6mg; sodium 707mg; calcium 64mg.
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