Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

Mixed vegetables

frozen or fresh

1 unit

Onion

chopped

4 cloves

Garlic

chopped

2 unit

Tomatoes

diced

0.5 cup

Pasta

whole wheat rotini

0.5 cup

Kabuli Chana (White Chickpeas)

uncooked

2 tbsp

Tomato Ketchup

1 tsp

Dried basil leaves

0.25 tsp

Cinnamon Powder (Dalchini)

1 tsp

Paprika powder

0.5 tsp

Whole Black Peppercorns

crushed

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 tsp

Salt

4 cup

Water

2 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Step 1
~5 min

Heat olive oil in a pan.

Step 2
~5 min

Add chopped garlic and onion to the pan.

Step 3
~5 min

Cook for 1-2 minutes until softened.

Step 4
~5 min

Add mixed vegetables, diced tomatoes, uncooked Kabuli Chana (White Chickpeas), tomato ketchup, dried basil leaves, cinnamon powder, paprika powder (or red chilli flakes), crushed whole black peppercorns, and turmeric powder.

Step 5
~5 min

Cook the mixture for 10 minutes or until vegetables are soft and tender.

Step 6
~5 min

Add the whole wheat rotini pasta.

Step 7
~5 min

Cook for 8-10 minutes more, until pasta is cooked through.

Step 8
~5 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9
~5 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tang.

Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.

Adjust the amount of spices to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made 1-2 days ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or garlic bread.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Beetroot Salad
Garlic Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A staple in Italian cuisine, often enjoyed as a comforting and nutritious meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Lunch
Comfort food

Popularity Score

75/100

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