Inspired by the eye-opening Blue Zones documentary, a must-watch on Netflix, our longevity soup is not just a recipe but a warm embrace of health and wellbeing. Wholesome, heartwarming, and designed to uplift your spirits during those cold January days, this soup is a delightful dish for a longer, healthier life. 

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: Approximately 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 yellow onion, medium, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 yellow potatoes, diced
• 2 tsp Oregano
• 5 cups Take Stock Vegan Broth Liquid
• 1 can Biona Organic Tomatoes
• 2 cups Bold Bean Co Organic Chickpeas
• 1½ cup Biona Organic Wholewheat Macaroni
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt + Pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine the minced garlic and chopped onion with 1 to 2 tablespoons of water and sauté until softened (approx. 3 minutes).

2. Add diced carrots, celery, potatoes, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until the potatoes and carrots have softened (approx. 6 minutes).

3. Pour in the vegetable broth, add the chopped tomatoes, chickpeas, and pasta. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer uncovered until the pasta is cooked (12-15 minutes).

4. Garnish your longevity soup with fresh parsley, season with salt and pepper as desired and enjoy! 

Note: You can choose any kind of broth you like. For our version, we're using vegetable broth to make it veggie-friendly, perfect for those who are plant based or embracing Veganuary.