Instructions: Place potatoes in a saucepan with enough salted water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook potatoes 5 minutes; drain, rinse under cold water and set aside.

In large saucepan over medium-high heat, bring broth and sherry to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Add onions, carrots, and celery and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in green beans and chicken and heat soup to boiling. Add zucchini and potatoes and simmer 1 minute longer or until vegetables are as tender as you like them.

This recipe serves 4 to 6.

Variation : Chicken Ministrone
Add 1 cup chopped stewed tomatoes in their juice and 2 cups cooked, drained fusilli or other pasta and 1/2 cup cooked kidney beans when adding zucchini and potatoes. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese just before serving. Other fresh vegetables may be added according to their cooking times.

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