condolatory (iou) and Tomato Pastina Soup (recipes)

condolatory (iou)

condolatory adjective. M18.
[from CONDOLE after consolatory.]
Expressive of or intending condolence.

Tomato Pastina Soup

Yield: Makes 6 servings

Similar to a chilled gazpacho, this vitamin C-packed soup is served hot for a different twist. By adding pastina, cumin and coriander, this soup is a delicious new version of a familiar favorite.

Ingredients:

2teaspoons olive oil

2/3cup coarsely chopped green bell pepper

1/2cup coarsely chopped onion

1/2cup coarsely chopped cucumber

3cloves garlic, minced

1-1/2pounds fresh tomatoes, coarsely chopped

1can (14-1/2 ounces) whole tomatoes, undrained

2tablespoons balsamic vinegar

2teaspoons ground cumin

1teaspoon coriander seeds

1/2teaspoon black pepper

1/4teaspoon salt

1ounce uncooked pastina

1cup water

Preparation:

1.Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat until hot. Add bell pepper, onion, cucumber and garlic; cook and stir until pepper and onion are tender. Add fresh and canned tomatoes, vinegar, cumin, coriander, pepper and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, 15 minutes. Remove from heat; cool.2.Place tomato mixture in Food processor or blender; process in small batches until smooth. Return to saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add pasta; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir in water; transfer to serving bowls.

Nutritional Information:

Serving Size: 3/4 cup soup

Sodium

214 mg

Protein

3 g

Fiber

3 g

Carbohydrate

17 g

Saturated Fat

trace g

Total Fat

2 g

Calories from Fat

21 %

Calories

93

Dietary Exchange:

Vegetable

2

Starch

1/2

Fat

1/2

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