BASIL RICE SOUP



2 Tbs olive oil

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

2 med stalks of celery, chopped

1 med onion, chopped

1med carrot, chopped

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

3/4 cup uncooked rice

2 med. tomatoes, chopped

4 cups chicken broth

1 cup water

salt./pepper to taste



Heat oil in large kettle over medium/low heat. Add garlic, celery,

onion, carrot and basil to oil. Cover and cook for 10 minutes,

stirring occasionally, until veggies are crisp/tender. Stir in rice

and tomatoes. Increase heat to medium and cook uncovered for 5

minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat

to boiling; reduce heat to medium/low. Cover & simmer about 20

minutes or until rice is tender. Can top with grated parmesan or

Romano cheese.