Emergency Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral cooking oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as Italian seasoning, thyme, oregano, or basil)
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth (store-bought or bouillon cubes dissolved in water)
• 1 can (15 ounces) of beans (such as cannellini, black, or chickpeas), drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (like peas, carrots, or green beans)
• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups chopped leafy greens (spinach, kale, or Swiss chard)
• 1 cup cooked grains or pasta (rice, quinoa, or small pasta shapes)
• 1 medium potato or sweet potato, cubed
• 1-2 cooked leftover sausages or shredded rotisserie chicken
• 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or basil), finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1 teaspoon vinegar for brightness
• Red pepper flakes, to taste