Meals Matter

Fresh California Tomato Soup

Contributed By: DCC
California Tomato Commision

Great meal on a cold day. full flavored and hearty!

Ingredients

3 cups Finely chopped onions

3 cups Diced celery

6 tbsp Olive oil

3 tbsp Minced garlic

3 cups Diced zucchini

6 cups Low-salt chicken stock

4 1/2 Qts. pasta shells

4 1/2 Qts. diced fresh California tomatoes

6 tbsp Dried basil

2 1/2 tsp Salt

1 1/2 tsp Black pepper

1/2 cup Grated parmean cheese

Preparation

Saute onions and celery in oil in a stockpot over medium high heat for 5 minutes, or until tender. Stir in garlic, zucchini; saute 2 minutes. Add chicken stock, bring to a boil and add remaining ingredients except Parmesan. Cook until pasta is tender,about 10 minutes. To serve: Spoon 1 1/2 cups soup into each bowl. Top with 1 tsp. Parmesan cheese.

Makes 20 (500g) sevings.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Soups & Stews
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: More than 10
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Make Ahead
Nutrition Content: High Fiber
Meal Type: Lunch

Nutrient Information

Calories: 478
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 82g
Protein: 17g
Vitamin A: 1189 IU
Vitamin C: 37mg
Calcium: 70mg
Sodium: 1147mg
Iron: 5mg
Fiber: 6g