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I've been making this for years, and it's always so comforting, hearty and delicious. It's a great way to clean out the crisper drawer too!<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"04\/07\/2015 10:55","GUID":"a796a047dd284a58b14d49c33c7131bf","MemberId":6318150,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"everydaymomsmeals","SubmittedDate":"04\/07\/2015 10:55"},{"Comment":"
I added 2 cloves garlic with other veggies and a couple handfuls of chopped raw Kale in the simmering process at the end. I had made this by the recipe the first time and thought it needed more spices. Now I add a tablespoon of Emeril's essence and a tablespoon of soul seasoning and its delish.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"","GUID":"ecbf1839040e471eb8cc62608ff6058b","MemberId":7413879,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Konion","SubmittedDate":"09\/19\/2013 17:56"},{"Comment":"
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I have made this delicious soup several times. The only thing I change is adding about 1\/2 tsp of minced garlic when I saute the veggies. This is a very healty, low calorie and down right tasty soup. Thank you Dorothy!<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"11\/07\/2012 14:32","GUID":"2538CE363C9A4C12A554ACEA2B247C0E","MemberId":950737,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mamamoto","SubmittedDate":"11\/07\/2012 14:32"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"02\/24\/2011 09:57","GUID":"081b6e9bd68a4a9abf4ca4797e4b05d6","MemberId":5786598,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"JessT2003","SubmittedDate":"02\/24\/2011 09:57"},{"Comment":"
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