Chowder-Like Veggie & Pasta Soup

Chowder-Like Veggie & Pasta Soup

Chowder-Like Veggie & Pasta Soup
Chow down on this chowder -- a thick soup that contains fish or shellfish, especially clams, and vegetables, such as potatoes and onions, in a milk or tomato base. Skip the seafood and bring on the veggies.
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At a glance
Main Ingredient:
Pasta, Rice & Grains
Vegetables
Cooking Method:
Simmer
Boil
Difficulty:
Easy
Course/Dish:
Pasta
Chili
Soup
Makes:
10 cups

Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp. salad oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 2 pieces celery, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups vegetable juice or water
  • 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes and juice
  • 1/4 tsp. dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp. dried thyme or oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (15.8 oz.) can green peas
  • 1/2 cup elbow macaroni
  • Parmesan cheese

  • Methods/steps
    1. Heat oil in Dutch oven or heavy saucepan. Add garlic, carrot, celery and onion. Saut 5 minutes. Add broth, vegetable juice, tomatoes, basil, thyme, salt, pepper, and green peas. Bring to boil. Simmer 10 minutes. Add macaroni. Cook 10-15 minute, stirring occasionally until macaroni is tender.
    2. Serve in soup bowls topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
    Additional Tips
    Ready in 35 min
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