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Spicy Vegetable Soup
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SPICY VEGETABLE SOUP

Your older kids can help chop and combine vegetables before you leave on errands.

By Liz Applegate Ph.D.

PUBLISHED 07/03/2003

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 24-ounce can spicy or Cajun stewed
  • tomatoes, chopped, not drained
  • 24-ounce can water
  • 1/2 of a 1-pound bag of frozen cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots
  • 8-ounce can corn, drained
  • 8-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup of dry orzo noodles
  • Dash cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Directions: In a large pot, sauté garlic and onion in olive oil until softened. Add undrained tomatoes, water, frozen vegetables, corn, orzo, and spices. Simmer covered for 45 to 60 minutes.
Before serving, add chickpeas and heat through. Top each serving with 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serves: 4. Cooking time: 45 to 60 minutes

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