Mixed vegetable soup


Ingredients
Onion- 1 large chopped
Garlic- 2 cloves minced
Tomato-2 cups diced
Tomato paste- 1tbsp
Celery- 1 cup diced
Carrots- 1 cup diced
Green beans- 1/2 cup diced
Edamame- 1/2 cup shelled
Zucchini- 1 cup diced
Orzo pasta- 1/2 cup uncooked
Vegetable broth-  1 Quart
Parmesan cheese- 2 tbsp
Chili flakes - 1 tsp(optional)
Basil- 2 tsp
Oregano- 1 tsp
Parsley- 1 tbsp
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. In a pan saute the onion and garlic until soft.
  2. Add seasonings,pasta and other vegetables.
  3. Saute for 2 minutes and add broth.
  4. Cook for 30 -40 minutes in medium flame.
  5. If thick soup is preferred , scoop and blend half the vegetables.
  6. Add the pureed veggies to the soup and bring to a boil. 
  7. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot with bread sticks.