Very Veggie Plus

Serves 8

Ingredients:

• 1 large red/purple onion, chopped
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 4 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 large carrots, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 1 cup cooked fresh or frozen lima beans
• 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
• 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
• 1 cup apple juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions:

1. In large saucepan, saute onions in butter until tender.
2. Add broth, potatoes, carrots, celery, lima beans and corn.
3. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until all vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the pumpkin, salt, pepper and cinnamon.
6. Cook 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through.