Vegetable Soup

By á-47880

Ingredients

• 2 TBLSP olive oil
• 2 cups chopped onion
• 1 cup thinly sliced celery
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• Course salt and ground pepper
• 44 oz vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 TBLSP tomato paste
• 16 oz tomatoes
• 3 cups water
• 8 cups mixed fresh or frozen vegetables

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Heat oil in large stockpot over medium heat.
Add onions, celery and Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
Cook, stirring frequently until onions are translucent. 5-8 minutes.
Add broth, tomatoes and their juice, tomato paste and 3 cups water to pot and bring mixture to boil.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered 20 minutes.
Add vegetables to pot and return to a simmer. Cook uncovered until vegetables are tender 20-25 minutes.