The 538

Edgar Cruse

Interviews with local Chillicothe VA providers and service chiefs. Explanation of services offered and upcoming events.

Episodes

  1. 02/18/2022

    One stop shop for info on vaccines, treatment programs, and soup!

    Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK(8255) Flu Information: (740) 773-1141 x15575 Athlete to Military story submissions can be sent to stacia.ruby@va.gov Ideas for future episodes/feedback: edgar.cruse@va.gov or (740) 773-1141 x16316 or x17080 Chillicothe VA Homepage https://www.va.gov/chillicothe-health-care/ To participate in our virtual shout out project just text voice memos to 740-649-1350 MAT Program Contact Numbers Diane, RN - (740) 773-1141 x17491 Support Assistant- (740) 773-1141 x16941 Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging COAAA Brochure Zesty Black Bean Soup Ingredients 3 (15-ounce) cans no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups (16 ounces) low-sodium vegetable broth 1 (10-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon dried oregano 1-2 tablespoons lime juice, to taste (about ½-1 lime) 6 tablespoons nonfat plain Greek yogurt, divided 2 tablespoons sliced scallions (green onions), divided Directions 1. In a food processor or blender, add the beans, broth, tomatoes with green chiles, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, and oregano. Blend until fairly smooth. 2. Transfer the mixture to a medium saucepan and place over medium heat. 3. Bring the mixture up to a gentle simmer and let it cook until it is warmed through and the flavors have combined, about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 4. Add the lime juice and stir to combine. 5. Divide the soup between six serving bowls and top each with 1 tablespoon of the Greek yogurt and ½ tablespoon of the scallions. 6. Serve warm, adjusting the flavor with additional lime juice as desired. Recipe Notes • For a chunkier texture, set some of the canned beans aside and keep them whole, then stir them in at the end of cooking.

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Interviews with local Chillicothe VA providers and service chiefs. Explanation of services offered and upcoming events.