Quick Broccoli Ham Soup

Cooking MethodPressure Cooker

Ingredients

1/2 to 1 cup diced, cooked ham
2 tablespoons oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup uncooked macaroni
2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
4 cups beef stock or bouillon
pepper to taste
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt, optional

Instructions

Heat oil in cooker over medium heat. Saut diced ham and minced garlic gently over medium heat until delicately browned. Add the broccoli, nutmeg and beef stock. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally. Close lid, bring to pressure, lower heat and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add uncooked macaroni and boil gently, with lid open, about 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Check seasoning and salt if you wish. Serve in hot bowls and garish with Parmesan cheese, 4 servings.