Hy-Vee's registered dietician talks about the health benefits of making soup at home.
Author: Brooke Wohlrabe (KARE11)
Updated: 10:32 AM CST March 6, 2021
If you're searching for a quick weeknight meal, try a bowl of soup. The process of making homemade soup is quicker and easier than you may think.
Hy-Vee registered dietician Melissa Jaeger provided KARE 11 with some tips for adapting a soup recipe to give it a nutritional boost.
Watch the Sodium
Start with a low-sodium or no-salt-added broth.
Add flavor with vegetables, spices and herbs.
If you’re adding canned vegetables or beans, looks for ones with no salt added.