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NATIONAL COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Directions
1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic (if using fresh) and sauté for 3 minutes.
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2. Add broth, tomatoes, and Italian season. (Add garlic powder now if using it instead of fresh). Heat until boiling.
3. Reduce heat to medium. Add beans, vegetables, and pasta. Simmer until the pasta is tender (about 15 minutes), stirring occasionally.
Tips: Top with shredded or grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Recipe Source: spendsmart.extension.iastate.edu
Colorectal cancer is the fourthmost common cancer in the U.S. and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths.
It affects all racial and ethnic groups and is most often found in people ages 50 and older.
Screening and early detection are vital.
Medicare covers certain colorectal cancer screening services— ask a SHIIP counselor for more information.
Colorectal cancer is preventable, treatable and beatable!
Ask your SHIIP counselor for more information.
