Anna's Creamy Italian Vegetable Soup

Submitted by Honeywine

"Quick, easy, vegetarian soup that's great with a little parmesean and store bought croutons on top. Speed up prep time by buying pre-chopped onion and bell pepper."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
• 2 (16 ounce) bags frozen mixed vegetables (stir fry type)
• 1 (20 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (16 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons italian seasoning
• 4 -6 cups water
• salt and pepper
• 1 loaf French bread (optional)
• parmesan cheese (optional)

directions

1. In a large soup pot, combine onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, garlic, and italian seasoning. Simmer until the onion and bell pepper soften.
2. Add the remaining ingredients including the water. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.
3. Optional: Slice a loaf of french bread (or any type of artisan bread you prefer) and place in the oven at 350 degrees for approximately 10-15 minutes until slightly browned and crispy. Top each bowl of the soup with a slice of the bread and sprinkle with parmesean cheese.