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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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To participate in our virtual shout out project just text voice memos to 740-649-1350

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/

Athlete to Military story submissions can be sent to stacia.ruby@va.gov

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Women Veterans are invited to participate in an upcoming Women Veterans Focus Group that will be held virtually on March 16 @ 3p. The focus group will last approximately 1 hour. To register, contact Angela Banks-Mason at 740-773-1141, ext. 16310.

If you are a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, call 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1), text to 838255 or visit online at https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/.

This planned upgrade will also result in the temporary closure of the Chillicothe VA Urgent Care on Saturday, January 8.  Urgent Care will resume normal operations on Sunday, January 9 at 8 a.m.

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Winter Driving– Ensure tires are properly inflated and have sufficient tread; drive well below posted speeds and leave plenty of room between vehicles.  Remember to check your battery – freezing temperatures dramatically affect performance.  Watch out for black ice when driving (areas that appear dry but are ice).  Keep an emergency kit in the car with supplies and warm clothing in case you get stranded!

Snowplow Safety– Snowplows travel well below the posted speed limit.  Remember to be patient, try not to pass the plow and watch for sudden stops or turns.

Smoke Detectors– Place a detector on each floor of your residence, in each sleeping area and at the top and bottom of stairs – replace every 10 years.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors – CO is an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas that is a by-product of combustion.  A malfunctioning furnace, improperly ventilated gas generator or faulty gas water heater are common sources of CO.  At a minimum, place a detector near sleeping areas and on each level of your home – replace CO detectors every 5 years.

Explosive Gas Detectors– If you use natural gas or propane at your residence, place detectors on each floor, low to the grounds, and within 10 feet of gas-fed appliances – replace gas detectors every 5 years.

Remember to test detectors monthly and replace batteries twice a year when the time changes.

https://www.va.gov/chillicothe-health-care/

Library of Congress: Veterans History Project

Canteen Retail Store - Online Shopping link

Winter Weather Safety

Winter Driving– Ensure tires are properly inflated and have sufficient tread; drive well below posted speeds and leave plenty of room between vehicles.  Remember to check your battery – freezing temperatures dramatically affect performance.  Watch out for black ice when driving (areas that appear dry but are ice).  Keep an emergency kit in the car with supplies and warm clothing in case you get stranded!

Snowplow Safety– Snowplows travel well below the posted speed limit.  Remember to be patient, try not to pass the plow and watch for sudden stops or turns.

Smoke Detectors– Place a detector on each floor of your residence, in each sleeping area and at the top and bottom of stairs – replace every 10 years.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors – CO is an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas that is a by-product of combustion.  A malfunctioning furnace, improperly ventilated gas generator or faulty gas water heater are common sources of CO.  At a minimum, place a detector near sleeping areas and on each level of your home – replace CO detectors every 5 years.

Explosive Gas Detectors– If you use natural gas or propane at your residence, place detectors on each floor, low to the grounds, and within 10 feet of gas-fed appliances – replace gas detectors every 5 years.

Remember to test detectors monthly and replace batteries twice a year when the time changes.

Library of Congress: Veterans History Project

Canteen Retail Store - Online Shopping link

Winter Weather Safety

Winter Driving– Ensure tires are properly inflated and have sufficient tread; drive well below posted speeds and leave plenty of room between vehicles.  Remember to check your battery – freezing temperatures dramatically affect performance.  Watch out for black ice when driving (areas that appear dry but are ice).  Keep an emergency kit in the car with supplies and warm clothing in case you get stranded!

Snowplow Safety– Snowplows travel well below the posted speed limit.  Remember to be patient, try not to pass the plow and watch for sudden stops or turns.

Smoke Detectors– Place a detector on each floor of your residence, in each sleeping area and at the top and bottom of stairs – replace every 10 years.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors – CO is an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas that is a by-product of combustion.  A malfunctioning furnace, improperly ventilated gas generator or faulty gas water heater are common sources of CO.  At a minimum, place a detector near sleeping areas and on each level of your home – replace CO detectors every 5 years.

Explosive Gas Detectors– If you use natural gas or propane at your residence, place detectors on each floor, low to the grounds, and within 10 feet of gas-fed appliances – replace gas detectors every 5 years.

Remember to test detectors monthly and replace batteries twice a year when the time changes.

Library of Congress: Veterans History Project

Winter Weather Safety

Winter Driving– Ensure tires are properly inflated and have sufficient tread; drive well below posted speeds and leave plenty of room between vehicles.  Remember to check your battery – freezing temperatures dramatically affect performance.  Watch out for black ice when driving (areas that appear dry but are ice).  Keep an emergency kit in the car with supplies and warm clothing in case you get stranded!

Snowplow Safety– Snowplows travel well below the posted speed limit.  Remember to be patient, try not to pass the plow and watch for sudden stops or turns.

Smoke Detectors– Place a detector on each floor of your residence, in each sleeping area and at the top and bottom of stairs – replace every 10 years.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors – CO is an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas that is a by-product of combustion.  A malfunctioning furnace, improperly ventilated gas generator or faulty gas water heater are common sources of CO.  At a minimum, place a detector near sleeping areas and on each level of your home – replace CO detectors every 5 years.

Explosive Gas Detectors– If you use natural gas or propane at your residence, place detectors on each floor, low to the grounds, and within 10 feet of gas-fed appliances – replace gas detectors every 5 years.

Remember to test detectors monthly and replace batteries twice a year when the time changes.

     Quitting Resources

     smokefree.veterans.gov

Veteran's Day Virtual Ceremony, November 11, 2021 @11:00 am: facebook.com/ChillicotheVAMC

"Roll Call" to be posted on November 12, 2021

Drive Thru Clinic dates/times

Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK(8255)

Ideas for future episodes/feedback: (740) 773-1141 x16316 or x17080

Veteran's Day Virtual Ceremony, November 11, 2021 @11:00 am: facebook.com/ChillicotheVAMC

Drive Thru Clinic dates/times

Women's Focus Group: contact Angela Banks-Mason at (740) 773-1141 x16310

Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK(8255)