Improvised Creamy Italian Pasta Soup Recipe

Name: Improvised Creamy Italian Pasta Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 small onions, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary, chopped; juice from 12.5 oz. can of chunk chicken in water; 28 oz. can diced tomatoes with juice; 14 1/2 oz. can whole tomatoes with juice; 1-10 3/4 oz. can cream of chicken soup; 4 2/3 cups hot water; 3 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce; 2 cups milk; 4 Tbs. butter or margarine; 12 oz. pkg. frozen mixed vegetables (this recipe used asparagus, gold and white corn, and baby carrots); 8 to 10 oz. ditalini or other small soup pasta; 2 tsp. salt; 3 tsp. ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 small onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary, chopped
juice from 12.5 oz. can of chunk chicken in water
28 oz. can diced tomatoes with juice
14 1/2 oz. can whole tomatoes with juice
1-10 3/4 oz. can cream of chicken soup
4 2/3 cups hot water
3 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce
2 cups milk
4 Tbs. butter or margarine
12 oz. pkg. frozen mixed vegetables (this recipe used asparagus, gold and white corn, and baby carrots)
8 to 10 oz. ditalini or other small soup pasta
2 tsp. salt
3 tsp. ground black pepper

1
Heat oil, onion and garlic in medium soup pot until onion is wilted; about 3 or 4 minutes. Pour in juice, tomatoes (squeezing whole tomatoes), soup, hot water, soy sauce, milk and butter. Simmer for 20 minutes.
2
Microwave frozen vegetables per package instructions. (This recipe used steam-in-bag vegetables and cooked on the least setting; 4 minutes). Add cooked vegetables to soup. Simmer for another 30 minutes or until vegetables are thoroughly cooked..
3
Pour in pasta; sprinkle salt and pepper and cook soup for another 20 to 30 minutes. (Note: only put in pasta when soup needs to have 20 minutes into serving time. Soup can simmer for up to 2 hours without pasta. Once pasta is added, up to one hour prior to serving.)
4
Note: Can substitute chicken broth for water. You could add all of the chicken from the can the juice comes from. Just remember, this will add volume, so more water or broth will be required.

2090

kcal

Calories

140

Fat

171

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 small onions, chopped, 4 cloves garlic, chopped, 1 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary, chopped, and more.

Yes, Improvised Creamy Italian Pasta Soup falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Improvised Creamy Italian Pasta Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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