Almost Hal S Hearty Vegetable Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Almost Hal S Hearty Vegetable Soup

• Carrot
• Celery
• Seasoning
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• Kidney Beans
• 1 cup chopped green beans
• Whole Wheat Macaroni
• Condensed Chicken Broth

How to Make Almost Hal S Hearty Vegetable Soup

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 carrots, chopped, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in 2 celery stalks, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add 4 cups of vegetable broth, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, 1 cup chopped zucchini, 1 cup chopped green beans, 1 cup chopped bell pepper (any color), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, salt and pepper to taste.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until vegetables are almost tender.
6. Add 1 cup of your favorite small pasta (ditalini, elbow macaroni, etc.) and continue to simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until pasta is cooked through.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley or Parmesan cheese before serving (optional).