Bring it on...

A Fall Favorite...

Pumpkin Veggie Stew!

Ingredients

• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 large can peeled & chopped tomatoes
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 large carrots, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 1 cup cooked fresh or frozen peas or lima beans
• 1 1/2 lb ground turkey
• 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

• In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the broth, potatoes, carrots, celery and peas.  Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Meanwhile saute the ground turkey until fully cooked. If desired, the last 10 -15 minutes add small pieces of broken spaghetti noodles. Stir in the pumpkin, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook 10 minutes longer or until heated through. Yield: 7-10 servings.

 Stay Cozy, Carrie