Tomato Veggie Soup Recipe
Description: This Tomato Veggie Soup is not your ordinary soup; it’s chunky, hearty, and almost resembles a vegetable stew. It’s perfect for a cozy meal, especially when served with crunchy bread or rolls. Plus, it freezes exceptionally well, making it ideal for meal prep or quick dinners on busy days.
- Cuisine: Canadian, European
- Course: Lunch/Snacks
- Dietary: Meat, Vegetarian (with modification)
- Season: Spring, Summer, Winter
- Occasion: Potluck, Weeknight
- Method: Stove Top
- Preparation Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
- Yield: Varies
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Stewed tomatoes | 2 cans |
| Tomato sauce | 1 can |
| Whole tomatoes | 1 can |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Instant chicken bouillon granules | 5 – 6 teaspoons |
| Beef bouillon granules | 2 – 3 teaspoons |
| Hot water | 2 cups |
| Red kidney beans | 1 can |
| Canned corn niblets | 1 can |
| Peas | 1 can |
| French style green beans | 1 can |
| Broccoli | 1 head |
| Cauliflower | 1/2 head |
| Carrots | 1/2 cup |
| Celery | 2 stalks |
| Spanish onion | 1 |
| Cabbage | 1/2 |
| Pepper | 1 |
Instructions:
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Start by emptying the stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and whole tomatoes (including the juice) into a large stockpot.
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In a separate bowl, dissolve the instant chicken or beef bouillon granules in hot water, ensuring it’s well mixed and strong. Then, add this mixture to the stockpot with the tomatoes.
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This mixture forms the base of the soup. If you prefer a vegetarian option, omit the instant granules and add an extra can of tomato sauce.
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Next, add all the other soup ingredients to the stockpot.
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Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 1 hour, allowing all the flavors to meld together.
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Optionally, you can add pre-cooked pasta or rice to the soup for added heartiness.
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Taste the soup before adding any salt, as there may be enough sodium from the canned ingredients.
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Remember, the quantities of ingredients can be adjusted according to your preferences. You can use more or fewer cans of veggies, or even use fresh veggies instead.
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Keep the veggies chunky for a more visually appealing and hearty texture.
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Leftover cooked veggies can also be added to the soup base, but be sure to only warm them through and not boil them again to prevent overcooking.
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The combination of stewed tomatoes, canned whole tomatoes, tomato sauce, and V8 juice creates a flavorful base, enhanced by the addition of beef or chicken broth.
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If you decide to change the quantities of veggies, be sure to adjust the base quantities accordingly for a well-balanced soup.
Enjoy this delicious and nutritious Tomato Veggie Soup with your loved ones, whether it’s for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting weekend meal. It’s versatile, satisfying, and sure to become a family favorite! 🍅🥕🥦
