Hardy Rice Garbanzo & Herb Soup With Vegan Cheese

Ingredients: (Try All Organic)

1 Yellow Onion, Diced

3-4 Cloves Garlic, Minced

3 Stalks of Celery, Diced

4 Large Carrots, Diced

¼ Cup Fresh Parsley, Chopped

¼ Cup Fresh Basil, Chopped

1 Tbsp. Turmeric

1 tsp. Thyme

1 tsp. Oregano

1 tsp. Coriander

Dash of Cayenne Pepper

1 Can of Coconut Milk

64 oz. Boxed Vegetable Broth or Homemade

1 ½ Cup of Brown or Wild Rice

1 Cup Dried Garbanzo Beans (Soaked Overnight) or 1 Can Eden Organic, Drained & Rinsed

Himalayan Salt & Pepper, To Taste

Splash Fresh Lemon Juice, If Desired

Instructions:

Sauté onion & garlic in oil for 3-4 minutes. Cook the celery & carrots next for 3-4 minutes then add beans & seasonings to cook for 5 minutes in 4 cups of broth to simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, then add 2-3 more cups of broth, rice, & coconut milk. Add splash of lemon juice. Cook until rice is done, top with plant-based cheese, & enjoy!