Ramen Soup with Sausage

I love soups, especially on a cold day.  Here's a cool twist on Ramen noodles that was really fast to make and comforting to eat.  I used to eat Ramen noodles all the time growing up, and I'm glad to find a "grown-up" use for them.  I hope you enjoy!

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 4 cups low-sodium, fat free beef broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 cups sliced, low-sodium sausage, fully cooked
• 1 block Ramen noodles

Heat olive oil over medium-high heat.  Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes.  Add green onions, carrot and mushrooms.  Reduce heat to medium.  Cook vegetables until soft, another 4 minutes.  Add soy sauce, broth, and water.

Increase heat to high and bring mixture to a boil.  Reduce heat to low and let simmer 6 minutes.  Add in Ramen noodles and sausage.  Simmer until noodles are soft.  Season with salt and pepper.  Serve immediately.

Calories: 225.5 per 2/3 cup.