Corn And Shrimp Soup Low Fat

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Have a hearty soup on the table in under 20 minutes. Delicious and very easy to prepare...even easier if using pre-cooked shrimp. For variety, add one can crabmeat when you add the shrimp. Optional asparagus adds a little color and great taste!!

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Steps

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Devein , wash and rinse shrimp.

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If shrimp are very large , cut them in half lengthwise.

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Drop shrimp into boiling water and cook just until they turn pink.

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Drain.

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Do not overcook.

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In a large pot lightly sprayed with non-stick cooking spray , saute onions and garlic just until onions are translucent , but not browned.

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Add chicken broth , water , basil , chicken granules , and pepper.

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If using asparagus spears , add them now.

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Stir and heat mixture until almost boiling.

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Add corn , shrimp and sherry.

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Stir to mix well , and heat 1 minute.

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Serve.

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Ingredients

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spring onions, fresh garlic clove, fat-free chicken broth, low-sodium instant chicken bouillon granules, water, small shrimp, basil leaves, dry sherry, ground black pepper, creamed corn, asparagus spears