CHICKEN AND STARS SOUP WITH PEAS

Makes: 6 Servings

1 ½ cups Stellini, Alphabets or other small pasta shape, uncooked
1 tbsp butter or margarine
3 medium carrots, finely diced
2 celery stalks, finely diced
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth, skimmed of fat
1 ½ cups diced cooked chicken
½ cup frozen peas, thawed
salt to taste

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.
2. Melt the butter or margarine in a medium saucepan.
3. Add carrots and celery.
4. Saute vegetables over medium heat until soft, about 7 to 10 minutes.
5. Stir in chicken broth, diced chicken, pasta and peas.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, season to taste with salt and serve