Simple Chicken And Oat Groat Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups water
1 cup whole oat groats
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
3/4 cup carrot, chopped
1 cup zucchini, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
1 cup green beans, cut in 1 inch pieces
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen peas
1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped

Preparation

Combine 2 1/2 c water and groats in a large sauce pan; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, and simmer 45 mins or until tender(do not overcook). Drain; wipe pan with paper towel.
Heat oil in pan over med-high heat. Add onion, celery, and carrot; saute 8 mins or until tender.
Add zucchini and garlic; saute 2 minutes
Add cooked groats, broth, and next 5 ingredients; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in peas and basil.