Pasta Fagioli Soup

1 onion, diced
4-6 cloves garlic, pressed (1-2 tablespoons)
3 stalks celery, sliced thin
2 cups shredded carrots
4 cups water
4 teaspoons Italian seasoning
4-6 sun dried tomatoes, chopped
1½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Beef-Like Seasoning
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1. Bring the above ingredients to a boil, reduce heat, and allow the soup to simmer for 15 minutes. Then add:
   4 cups of water
   2 15-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
   2 15-ounce cans tomato sauce
   ¼ cup molasses or 3 tablespoons sugar
   1 can small red beans, rinsed and drained
   1 can navy beans, rinsed and drained
   1 cup veggie burger or other ground beef substitute
2. As soon as the soup is boiling again, add:
   2 cups small pasta, such as shells or tiny tubes
3. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.

Serves 10-12

Source: Seven Secrets Cookbook, used with permission.

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