Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. margarine
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 1/2 c. chopped celery
  • 1/2 c. chopped carrot
  • 2 tsp. all purpose flour
  • 1 c. water
  • 1 pkg. instant chicken broth and seasoning mix
  • 1/2 c. frozen asparagus cuts and tips
  • 1/2 c. skim milk
  • 2 oz. Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 oz. skinned and boned cooked chicken, diced
  • 1 c. cooked small macaroni (shells, tubetti or elbows)
  • 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • dashes of salt and white pepper

Method

  • In 1 1/2 to 2-quart saucepan heat margarine over medium heat until bubbly and hot; add onion, celery and carrot and saute until vegetables are tender.
  • Sprinkle vegetables with flour and stir quickly to combine; gradually stir in water.
  • Add broth mix and, stirring constantly, bring to a boil.
  • Add asparagus and cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes; add milk and cheese and continue stirring and cooking until cheese melts.
  • Reduce heat to low, add remaining ingredients, and cook until thoroughly heated.