Simple Chicken & Oat Groat Soup
Ingredients:
2-1/2 cups water
1 cup whole oat groats
1 tbsp. olive oil
1-1/2 cups onions, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
3/4 cup carrot, chopped
1 cup zucchini, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
1 cup green beans, cut in 1" pieces
2 tsp. fresh thyme, chopped
1/2 tsp. salt, if desired
1 tin (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen peas
1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
Directions:
Combine 2-1/2 cups water & groats in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat & simmer for 45 mins. or until groats are tender (do not overcook). Drain & wipe the pan dry. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery & carrot. Saute approx. 8 mins. or until tender. Add zucchini & garlic, saute 2 mins. Add cooked groats, broth & the next 5 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, stir in peas & basil. Simmer & serve.