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Pasta and Potato Soup

List of Ingredients




1 T extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 C onion - finely chopped
2 T Tomato Paste
1 # Potato, peeled and cut in 1/2" cubes
1/4 t Crushed Red Pepper
5 C Vegetable broth
1 C Small Pasta (Ditalini or Orzo)
14 1/2 oz Canned Tomatoes
3 T Fresh Basil, coarsely chopped
Salt and Pepper, to taste
Parmesan Cheese (opt)


Recipe



In a large Dutch oven, heat the Olive Oil over medium heat. Add Onions and cook until soft (5 minutes). Stir in the Tomato Paste. Add the Potatoes, Crushed Red Pepper, and Broth. Cover and bring to a boil. Make sure Potatoes are almost done. Stir in Pasta and cook for 10 more minutes. Add Canned Tomatoes, Basil, and Salt and Pepper. If desired, garnish individual servings with Parmesan Cheese.
Serves 4