Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 3 unpeeled red potatoes, sliced
  • 2 yellow squash, coarsely chopped
  • 2 zucchini, sliced
  • 2 c. fresh tomatoes, chopped or 1 lb. can stewed tomatoes
  • 2 qt. chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped celery leaves
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1 Tbsp. basil
  • 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • Tabasco to taste
  • 1 c. cooked spaghetti or macaroni
  • Parmesan cheese, grated

Method

  • Combine all ingredients except spaghetti and Parmesan in a large soup kettle.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 50 minutes.
  • Add the 1 cup of cooked pasta and simmer 10 minutes more.
  • Serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.