Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cups Chopped Celery
  • 1 whole Medium Green Bell Pepper, Chopped
  • 1/2 whole Large Red Onion, Chopped
  • 12 ounces, weight Vegetarian Ground Beef Substitute, Or Use Meat If You Like
  • 3 cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper, Or To Taste
  • 1/2 teaspoons Cavender's Greek Seasoning
  • 13 ounces, weight Tomato Sauce
  • 14 ounces, weight Canned Peeled Tomatoes
  • 10 ounces, weight Can Rotel (diced Tomatoes And Green Chilis)
  • 3 Tablespoons Fresh Minced Parsley Or 1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 3 cups Uncooked Pasta (I Use Rotini)

Method

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Saute the celery, bell pepper and onion until softened.
  • Add the vegetarian crumbles and garlic, along with the seasonings.
  • You can add salt if you like, but be careful if your broth contains salt.
  • I dont use any extra salt.
  • Stir in all of the tomato products and the parsley.
  • Simmer 3-4 minutes, and then add the broth and pasta.
  • Simmer until the noodles are done (check package directions for approximate time).
  • Mine took about 8 minutes.
  • Check for seasonings and serve with warm crusty bread and a nice salad.