This Maltese Flag Soup is more than just a recipe — it’s a celebration on your plate!

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade stock is healthier and more flavorful.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions, garlic, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced potatoes, carrots, and zucchini; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and add bay leaves; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Add chopped cabbage and peas; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Stir in pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese.

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