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ITALIAN-Abruzzi Celery Soup

List of Ingredients




2 Tbs olive oil
1 onion chopped fine
3-4 bacon slices (diced)
2 Tbs tomato paste
2 bunches celery, cut in 1/2" slices
1 qt. hot stock or broth
salt & pepper
1/2 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese




Recipe



Heat oil in large saucepan. Add onion and bacon; saute until onion begins to brown. Stir in tomato paste and celery. Cook 5 minutes,stir occasionally. Gradually stir in stock or broth. Cover and simmer 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir rice into soup/ Simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Pour into tureen or serve in individual bowls. Sprinkle cheese over the top.
Makes 4-6 servings.