Vegetable Soup

Directions

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   In
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   medium
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   size
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   saucepan
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   over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions
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   and
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   garlic;
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   cook,
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   stirring
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    frequently, 2 to 3 minutes or until soft.
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    Add tomatoes with their juice, chicken broth, carrots, celery, parsley, basil and pepper.
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    Bring to a boil. Reduce
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    heat;
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    cover
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    and
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    simmer 20 minutes.
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    Add lima beans
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    and water.
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    Bring
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    to a boil.
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    Reduce heat; simmer 20 minutes or until beans are tender.
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    Makes 6 servings.