Delicious and Easy Veggie-Rice Soup π²
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Delicious and Easy Veggie-Rice Soup
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Description: Modified from Texas Tapestry cookbook. Very tasty and easy to throw together – and heart-healthy to boot! Short cooking time, but I always like to let it simmer much longer!
- Recipe Category: Vegetable
- Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
- Servings: 8
- Calories per Serving: 100.9
- Fat Content: 1.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 1mg
- Sodium Content: 1168.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 18.7g
- Fiber Content: 2.2g
- Sugar Content: 4.5g
- Protein Content: 4.9g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Celery stalk |
| 1 | Carrot |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| 2 cups | Beef broth |
| 1 cup | Tomato sauce |
| 1/2 cup | Rice |
| 1/2 tsp | Dried basil |
| 2 | Leeks (optional) |
| 1-2 tbsp | Fresh parsley |
| 1-2 cups | Water |
| – | Picante sauce |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather onion, celery, carrot, garlic, beef broth, tomato sauce, rice, dried basil, leek (if using), fresh parsley, water, and picante sauce.
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Combine Ingredients: In a dutch oven or other large pot, combine all the vegetables, garlic, beef broth, tomato sauce, rice, dried basil, and picante sauce.
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Boil and Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
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Optional Ingredient Addition: If using leeks, add them to the pot along with fresh parsley. Continue simmering for an additional 15 minutes.
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Adjust Consistency: Add water according to your desired soup consistency. Stir well to incorporate.
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Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with additional fresh parsley.
Variation:
- Chicken Option: Substitute chicken broth for beef broth, and add a couple of diced (cooked) chicken breasts for a chicken and rice variation.
This delicious and easy veggie-rice soup is not only packed with flavor but also heart-healthy, making it a perfect addition to your recipe collection. Enjoy its warmth and nutritious goodness with family and friends!
