Ingredients
1tbspolive oil
3clovesgarlic,minced
1cupyellow onion,(½ large) chopped
1tbspItalian seasoning
¾tspsalt
¾tspdried thyme
¼tspfresh ground black pepper
8cupsvegetable broth,beef or chicken
4cupsvegetables,frozen, canned, or fresh
1medium potato,heaping cup, peeled and chopped
1bayleaf
6oztomato paste,(1 can)
14oztomatoes,(1 can) do not drain, diced
1cupdry alphabet pasta
Preparation
Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a 20 cups (or larger) pot or dutch oven. Add the garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, thyme, and pepper. Stir and cook for 5 minutes as the onion softens.
Add broth, vegetables, potato, bay leaf, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then add uncooked pasta. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove bay leaf.
Serve soup warm and top with fresh parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy.
