Alphabet Soup
The ABCs of lunch
INGREDIENTS
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 4 Cups homemade or store bought (low sodium) chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes
• 1/3 cup alphabet pasta
• Sprinkling of fresh herbs to taste
• 1 cup chopped broccoli
• 1 cup sliced celery
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional
Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and gently cook the onion and garlic for a couple minutes, until the onion is transparent, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the tomatoes, herbs, broth and pasta and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce and simmer for 15 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
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