"A cafeteria lunchroom soup from days long gone by and my all time favorite, made with a tomato and beef broth base, ground beef, a mixture of veggies and seasonings, and flavor boosters - all pantry staples. Make a double batch because this freezes well...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon canola oil
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2 big handfuls baby carrots
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1 onion
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1 stalk celery
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2 cloves garlic
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1 pound
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2 (14.5 oz.) cans stewed tomatoes
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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32 ounce beef broth
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4 teaspoons beef base
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4 cups water
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1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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Splash Kitchen Bouquet
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3 cups mixed vegetables
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Egg noodles, medium or wide
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Parmesan cheese, grated, for garnish, optional
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Dried parsley flakes, for garnish, optional