Vegetable Noodle Soup – Finest of Suppers

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp canola or vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut in slices
• 6 oz fresh green beans, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger, or 1/2 tsp. powdered ginger
• 1 tsp Kosher salt
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 cups water
• 6 oz dried, flat wheat noodles or other pasta or grains
• ¼ cup chopped chives or green onions for topping