Beef Goulash Soup

Ingredients:

• 6 oz boneless beef top sirloin steak
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cups water
• 14 oz beef broth
• 14.5 oz low-sodium diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp cocoa powder
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup thinly sliced cabbage
• 1 oz dry bow-tie noodles
• 2 tsp paprika
• 0.25 light sour cream

Directions:

1. cut steak into cubes. Stir-fry beef in a large saucepan in hot oil over medium-high heat for about 6 minutes. Add onion and stir-fry for another 3 minutes.
2. Stir in water, broth, undrained tomatoes, carrot, cocoa powder, and garlic. Bring to boiling, then reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for about 15 minutes.
3. Add cabbage, noodles, and paprika to the pot. Continue simmering for 7 minutes.
4. Serve topped with sour cream and additional paprika

recipe adapted from New Dieter’s Cookbook: Eat Well, Feel Great, Lose Weight