Minestrone Soup Recipe
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Contributor: Vicki
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Ingredients: 2 to 3 tbsp. olive oil 1 cup chopped white onions (about 1 medium onion) 1 chopped zucchini or yellow quash 2 to 3 stalks chopped celery 2 cloves minced garlic 4 cans (14.5 oz.) vegetable broth OR 1 box of veg broth 1 can Italian green beans or any type, drained 1 15 oz. can red Kidney Beans, drained 1 15 oz. can great northern beans, drained 1 can diced tomatoes, drained 3 tbsp.(approx.)Tomato paste double concentrated (In tube) 1 to 2 cups fresh carrots 3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 2 tsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. ground black pepper 1 tsp. dried basil ½ tsp. dried thyme If needed: add some more water or veg broth 2 to 3 cups fresh spinach (bought in bag) cut up Optional 1/2 cup small macaroni shells or small fideo pasta(dry or cooked) Garnish/Top with fresh Parmesan
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Directions:In large pot. Heat 2 or 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sautι onion, celery, garlic, and zucchini in the oil for 5 minutes or until onions begin to turn translucent.
Add vegetable broth to pot, plus drained tomatoes, tomato paste, beans drained, carrots and spices. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer-for 20 minutes. Add spinach leaves and pasta-STIR. Simmer for an additional 20 minutes. |
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Notes: *Vegetable Broth is better than Chicken Broth-in this recipe
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