🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Base (a.k.a. Flavor Magic)

• Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat.
• Stir in the flour and cook for a minute or two, until it turns a light golden color.
• Don’t let it burn! Keep stirring so it stays smooth.

2️⃣ Add the Tomatoes & Build the Flavor

• Slowly pour in the passata, stirring constantly so everything blends nicely.
• Add a pinch of salt & pepper—you can adjust later, but this gives a good starting point.

3️⃣ Toss in the Veggies

• Pour in the water, then add the whole onion, celery stalks, and garlic cloves.
• Cover and let it simmer for 20 minutes—this step infuses the soup with so much depth!

4️⃣ Time to Strain

• Once the veggies have done their job, remove them from the soup.
• Now you’re left with a super smooth, flavorful base!

5️⃣ Sweeten & Add the Pasta

• Stir in the sugar—this helps balance out the natural tanginess of the tomatoes.
• Drop in the alphabet pasta, and let it cook for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6️⃣ Taste & Adjust

• Too tangy? A little more sugar will fix that!
• Not salty enough? A pinch of salt should do the trick.
• Want it richer? A swirl of cream at the end adds an extra layer of comfort.

7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!