Where to find alphabet pasta at the market?

In most large grocery stores there are two aisles where you can look for this product. First check the pasta aisle. Then check the Hispanic foods section. Many Hispanic families make "sopa de letras" with Goya (brand) Alphabet/Letras pasta.

Where to buy ABC pasta online?

You can find various brands of ABC pasta on Amazon: DaVinci Alphabet Pasta (this is the brand I use), Goya Alphabet/Letras, Ronzoni Alphabets, and Tolerant Foods Organic.

Do I need to thaw the frozen veggies before making ABC soup?

No. Do not thaw the frozen veggies before making this recipe. You'll be pulling them from the freezer to add them straight to the pot.

How to make sopa de letras more savory?

Give it more oomph with the meaty flavor of beef stock. Add a drizzle of Worcestershire sauce or sesame seed oil. Boost umami flavor with granulated bouillon, or by simmering the soup with a rind of Parmesan cheese. To make ABC vegetable soup even heartier, add baked chicken meatballs , or 1 pound (cooked) lean ground beef or turkey.

How long does alphabet soup last?

When stored in an airtight container, ABC vegetable soup will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add more broth or water before reheating. The noodles and beans soak up a lot of liquid.

How to make sopa de letras in a slow cooker?

Start by sautéeing the onion, celery and garlic on the stovetop in olive oil. Transfer to a slow cooker. Add the rest of the ingredients, except for the noodles. Cook 2 hours on low. Add ABC pasta. Cook an additional 45 minutes to 1 hour on low.

What to serve with ABC soup?

Enjoy it as a side for a grilled cheese sandwich or cheese quesadillas on corn tortillas . Or serve it as a full meal with saltine crackers.

Alphabet Soup (Sopa de Letras) | Childhood ABC Soup

Name: Alphabet Soup (Sopa de Letras)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for drizzling); 3/4 cup chopped onion (yellow or white onion); 3/4 cup chopped celery; 3 garlic cloves, pressed or minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste; 8 cups vegetable broth; 2 cups water, or more if needed; 1 cup potatoes (peeled and cubed); 1 (15.5 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 4 cups frozen mixed vegetables (corn, carrots, green beans, peas); 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices; 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste; 2 bay leaves; 1 1/4 cups dry alphabet pasta

Alphabet Soup (Sopa de Letras)

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Author: Denay DeGuzman
Total Time: 45 Minutes
Yield: 8 Servings 1x

Description

Alphabet soup is a comforting, nourishing vegetable soup. It’s quick and easy to make, and so delicious. Enjoy ABC soup with saltine crackers, a grilled cheese sandwich, or a cheese quesadilla.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
3/4 cup chopped onion (yellow or white onion)
3/4 cup chopped celery
3 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
8 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water, or more if needed
1 cup potatoes (peeled and cubed)
1 (15.5 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups frozen mixed vegetables (corn, carrots, green beans, peas)
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
2 bay leaves
1 1/4 cups dry alphabet pasta

For serving: saltine crackers

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Instructions

In a large deep pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, celery and garlic until fragrant and tender (about 5 minutes).
Add all the spices to the pot, including salt and pepper, and stir. Add broth, water, frozen veggies, cubed potatoes, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with liquid, tomato paste, and bay leaves.
Bring soup to a boil. Cover pot with a lid. Simmer 20 minutes.
Remove the lid. Add in the dry pasta. Simmer, uncovered, until pasta is tender and has doubled in size (about 10 minutes). Stir frequently. [Because the noodles and beans soak up a lot of liquid, you may need to add more hot water or broth to the pot before serving.]
Remove bay leaves from the pot. Add a drizzle of olive oil to the surface. Ladle the soup into bowls. Serve with saltine crackers on the side.

Equipment

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Notes

Do I need to thaw the frozen veggies? No, don’t thaw the frozen veggies. Just pull them from the freezer and add them straight to the pot.

How long does ABC soup last? When stored in an airtight container and refrigerated, this soup will stay fresh for up to 3 days. Add more broth or water before reheating. The noodles and beans soak up a lot of liquid.

Can I freeze alphabet soup? Yes. It freezes really well. For the best taste and texture, use within 1 month. Thaw in the fridge overnight. Reheat on the stovetop adding more broth or water for a perfect consistency.

Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Alphabet Soup, ABC Soup, Vegetable Soup

Find it online: https://www.confettiandbliss.com/alphabet-soup/