Recipe of Tomato, Basiel & Orzo Soup - Food Recipes

1 tsp olive oil (could omit) 1/4 c sherry or apple juice (I used apple juice) 1/2 onion, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 c chopped red bell pepper 4 c fresh or canned plum tomatoes, chopped 1 c vegetable broth 1/2 c orzo fresh basil, chopped (can't remember the exact measurement, so to taste) Saute onion, garlic & bell pepper in olive oil & sherry/apple juice till soft. Add tomatoes and veg. broth and bring to a boil. Simmer 7 minutes. Add orzo and simmer another 10 minutes. Stir in basil before serving. Makes: 4 servings