Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 shallots, sliced
  • 1 cup thinly sliced celery
  • 3 (14 ounce) cans vegetable broth or (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, in juice
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 -2 tablespoon chili paste
  • 2 large carrots, sliced
  • 2 cups frozen green beans
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • heat oil in large stockpot and saute shallots and celery till soft.
  • add broth,tomatoes,tomato paste,and water.
  • bring to a boil.
  • reduce heat to a simmer and cook,uncovered, for about 20 minutes.
  • add vegetables to the pot and return to a simmer.
  • season with salt and pepper.
  • add chili paste and simmer soup till veggies are tender.