Riso con Vegetali

In a large pot, melt the butter or margarine over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in the canned tomatoes (with their juices, breaking them up with a spoon) and the tomato sauce.

Season the broth with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper sauce, stirring well to combine all flavors evenly.

Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the uncooked rice. Allow the soup to cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and has absorbed some of the broth.

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper sauce, or Italian seasoning as needed.

Remove the pot from heat and ladle the soup into warm bowls. Finish each serving with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.