Vegetarian Alphabet Soup

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 20 Garlic cloves (about 2 heads
  • 2 cups Onion
  • 2 1/2 lbs Tomatoes, fresh

• Pasta & Grains

  • 1 lb Alphabet letter pasta

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tsp Kosher salt

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 2 tbsp Butter or olive oil
  • 1/3 cup Olive oil

• Dairy

  • 1 Oregano and grated parmesan cheese

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Description

Directions

• Preheat your oven to 400 F, then roughly dice the tomatoes. Toss with the garlic onion, 1/3 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer onto an aluminum foil lined baking sheet. Roast for 30 minutes.
• Remove the vegetables from the oven and run through a food mill to remove tomato skin, seeds, and garlic skins. If you dont have a food mill, see notes for an alternative. 
• Melt the butter or warm the 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat in a stock pot. Add the pasta and cook, stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes. Then add the tomato puree, vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil and simmer 7-10 minutes or until the pasta is al dente (check package instructions).
• The soup will thicken slightly as it cools, and 4 cups of broth will result in a rather hearty soup. Feel free to add a bit more broth if you prefer a thinner soup. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. 
• Remove from the heat and serve immediately topped with a bit of oregano and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.