1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium (1/2 cup) onion, chopped
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh garlic
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans reduced sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 cup instant potato flakes
2 (15 1/2-ounce) cans great Northern beans, rinsed, drained*
1/2 pound sliced Alpine LaceŽ Deli Reduced Fat American Cheese, quartered
1/2 pound slice (1/2-inch thick) Alpine LaceŽ Deli 97% Fat Free Honey Ham or Cooked Ham, cubed
Sliced green onions, if desired
Heat oil in 3-quart saucepan; add onion and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened (3 to 4 minutes). Add chicken broth and chili powder. Continue cooking until mixture comes to a boil (6 to 8 minutes).
Add potato flakes, beans, cheese and ham. Continue cooking until cheese is melted (6 to 8 minutes). Garnish with green onions, if desired.
Substitutions:
*Substitute 2 (14 1/2 to 15 1/2-ounce) cans your favorite beans.
Nutritional Facts: 1 (1 1/4-cup) serving
Calories 630
Fat 8 g
Cholesterol 30 mg
Sodium 1340 mg
Carbohydrate 43 g
Dietary Fiber 12 g
Protein 31 g