Vegan Chkn Noodle Soup

Name: Vegan Chkn Noodle Soup
Ingredients: 1 tbsp oil; 1 onion (large, chopped); 4 carrots (large, chopped); 3 celery (ribs, chopped); 1 tbsp garlic (minced); 1 tsp thyme (dried); 0.5 tsp black pepper; 0.25 tsp salt; 8 cups vegetable broth; 8 oz pasta (of choice); 1 block tofu (pressed and cubed)

Warm, comforting foods for the chilly days