Wizard's Stew

Ingredients:

1/2 cup + 2 tbsp. orzo, dry

2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

1 1/2 cups low-sodium tomato juice

1/8 tsp. basil

1/8 tsp. thyme

1/8 tsp. pepper

2 1/4 cups canned kidney beans

Directions:

Cook orzo according to directions on package. In a large saucepan, combine tomato juice, vegetables, beans and spices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and allow it to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Drain orzo. Stir it into mixture. Serve 1 cup servings.

Yield: 6 portions
Serving Size: 1/6 of stew is 0.5 oz grain, 1/4 cup vegetable and 1.5 oz meat/meat alternate for a 3-5 year old for lunch/supper.
Credit: CACFP Menu Planning Guide, Team Nutrition