Garbanzo Tomato Pasta Soup

Submitted by Diane from NJ

"A VERY easy vegetarian meal in a bowl. The combination of garbanzo beans (chick peas) with pasta creates the complex proteins a vegetarian needs. Very palatable for the garlic and tomato lover."

Ingredients:
3 (14.5 ounce) cans vegetable broth
3/4 cup small seashell pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, chopped, juice reserved
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a large pot. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente.

2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Saute onions and garlic until translucent. Stir into pasta and add garbanzo beans, tomatoes, basil, thyme, salt and pepper. Heat through and serve.

Groups:
Pasta, Vegan, Soup, Main Dish

Preparation Time:
15 mins

Cooking Time:
15 mins

Servings:
4