Hearty Soup

1/2 pkg. Soy Curls™ (4 oz.) (approx. 3 cups) cover with warm water and soak for approx. 10 min.

1 large onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 Tbsp. olive oil

5 medium potatoes, cut in cubes

4 stalks celery, chopped

2 carrots, sliced

6-8 cups water

1 Tbsp. salt

1 Tbsp. sugar

2 Tbsp. non-dairy creamer, or 1/2 cup soy milk, or milk

1/4 tsp. turmeric

4 sprigs fresh parsley, or 1 Tbsp. dry

1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice

In large kettle saute' onion, minced garlic, and oil for about 2 minutes.  In same kettle add Soy Curls™, potatoes, celery, and carrots. Saute' for about 2 more minutes.

Cover with water, add seasonings, and simmer until vegetables are tender.

Makes 8 servings.