Elaine's Tomato-Vegetable Soup (parve or meat)

My friend, Elaine, served us this delicious soup last week during Passover and she gave me permission to share the recipe on Gather.  It was a delicious start to a wonderful meal.  And it is healthy!

Ingredients:

2 carrots, sliced or chopped
2 medium stalks of celery, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
1 small pepper - red or green, chopped
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth or water
1 large can chopped tomatoes in sauce
1 tsp curry powder
2 tsps paprika
Generous splash of basalmic vinegar
1 bag froz. mixed vegetables (optional)
Small amount of oil for vegetable saute (or you can use some broth if you want to reduce your fats)

Saute the fresh vegetables in the oil (or small amount of  broth) until tender.

Add salt, pepper, curry, paprika. 
(you can add any spices or herbs you like).  Add 4 cups of broth (chicken or vegetable) or water.  Then add 1 large can chopped tomatoes in sauce.
(or just plain tomato sauce or puree) and the frozen vegetables if you are using them.  Simmer for an hour or so. Add a generous splash of balsamic vinegar if you have it.
For non-passover, I sometimes add a little soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce.  Correct seasoning to your liking.
For a heartier soup or for vegetarians, and non-passover, I'll add a can of garbanzo beans or one of your choice.