Alphabet Soup
The ultimate comfort food is here! Alphabet Soup is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables and hearty pasta in a rich broth. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a fun lunch, this easy recipe will have everyone craving seconds!
Equipment
- Blender
- Large Pot
- Saucepan
- Chef's Knife
- Cutting Board
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 56 oz tomatoes 2 cans
- 6 cups chicken broth
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 slice sandwich bread
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon garlic salt
- 1 cup alphabet pasta or short cut pasta
Instructions
- Place a large pot over medium heat. Pour in olive oil and sauté onion for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Stir in garlic and cook another minute.
- Pour in tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, pepper, granulated sugar, dried thyme, and dried basil. Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer and cover.
- Break sandwich bread into bite-sized pieces and place into a large bowl. Stir together with milk and soak for 1-2 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients for meatballs until incorporated. Roll into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Using an immersion blender, puree tomato soup until completely smooth. Drop meatballs into simmering broth to poach and cook 5 minutes.
- Add in cooked alphabet pasta and stir. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator. It can last for up to three days but may thicken over time.
- Tip 2: You can freeze this soup for up to three months. Just be sure to cool it completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers.
- Tip 3: Consider serving with a side of crusty bread or a simple salad for a complete meal.
- Tip 4: This recipe is perfect for batch cooking. Make a large pot and freeze portions for quick meals later.
- Tip 5: If you prefer a bit of heat, add some crushed red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños to the soup.