Mock Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Directions:

1. Heat the oil slowly with 2 Tbs water in a large soup pot.
2. Add the celery, carrots, garlic and onion.
3. Saute over medium heat for 10 minutes or until the vegetables begin to soften.
4. Add 8 cups of water, bouillon cubes, seasoning mix, and dried dill.
5. Bring to a simmer, then cook at gentle simmer for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Raise the heat and bring to a more vigorous simmer.
7. Add the noodles and cook at a steady simmer for 5-8 minutes or until the noodles are al dente.
8. Add the diced tofu, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
9. Serve at once.
10. *As the soup stands, the noodles quickly absorb the liquid.
11. If you plan on having leftovers of the soup, add a cup or so of additional water before you store and adjust the seasonings.
12. That way the soup can develop more flavor as it stands.