Ingredients for - Garden Vegetable & Herb Soup

1. 2 tablespoons olive oil
2. 2 medium onions, chopped
3. 2 large carrots, sliced
4. 1 pound red potatoes (about 3 medium), cubed
5. 2 cups water
6. 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes in sauce
7. 1-1/2 cups vegetable broth
8. 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
9. 1 teaspoon dried basil
10. 1/2 teaspoon salt
11. 1/2 teaspoon paprika
12. 1/4 teaspoon dill weed
13. 1/4 teaspoon pepper
14. 1 medium yellow summer squash, halved and sliced
15. 1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced

How to cook deliciously - Garden Vegetable & Herb Soup

1 . Stage

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and carrots; cook and stir until onions are tender, 4-6 minutes. Add potatoes and cook 2 minutes. Stir in water, tomatoes, broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until potatoes and carrots are tender, 8-10 minutes.

2 . Stage

Add yellow squash and zucchini; cook until vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes longer. Serve or, if desired, puree mixture in batches, adding additional broth until desired consistency is achieved.