Ingredients

1

cup vegetable or chicken broth

3

medium carrots, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)

2

medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup)

1

large onion, chopped (1 cup)

1 1/2

tablespoons chopped fresh or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried savory or basil leaves

1

clove garlic, finely chopped

1

can (15 to 16 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

1/2

cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese (2 ounces)

Preparation

Heat broth, carrots, celery, onion, savory and garlic to boiling in 10-inch nonstick skillet; reduce heat to medium. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.

Stir in peas. Cook, stirring occasionally, until hot. Sprinkle with cheese.