RUSTIC ITALIAN MINESTRONE

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I found this on the food fit website. I guessed on the times since I have not made this yet but plan to before winter is over/ yum! UPDATE:Made 1-18-09 and it was good. I used frozen green beans ans they worked really well.

Provided by punkyluv

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 (16 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
5 cups low sodium vegetable broth or 5 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 lb fresh green beans, stemmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
1 (16 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium zucchini, quartered and chopped
1 cup raw small shell pasta
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot and celery and cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften. Add the garlic, season with salt and pepper and cook for 2 minutes more.
  • Add the tomatoes, vegetable or chicken broth and herbs, bring to a boil and turn down to a simmer.
  • Add the green and cannellini beans and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Add the zucchini and pasta and simmer for 10 minutes, or until all of the vegetables are tender and the pasta is al dente. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the soup in large bowls with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.1, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 122.5, Carbohydrate 30.7, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 5, Protein 11.2

Rashid M.rashid
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Delicious and easy to make!


May Skeine
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This minestrone was a huge hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavorful broth and the variety of vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


Muqeem Hussain Mangi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was a little bland for my taste, so I added some salt and pepper. Overall, it was a good soup and I would make it again.


Noelani
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This soup was delicious and so easy to make. I used a variety of vegetables from my garden and it was packed with flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Courtney Bertrand
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I've made this minestrone a few times now and it's always a hit! It's so flavorful and comforting. I highly recommend it.


Nar Zwan
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Jiruunharka Rabbiiti
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Slavetounclesam iAm
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This was a great recipe. I used some leftover chicken and vegetables from my fridge and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Edi Kay
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I've made this minestrone a few times now and it's always a hit! It's so flavorful and comforting. I highly recommend it.


Shoumik saha Dhrubo
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Supriya Neupane
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I made this minestrone for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


lamiya actor
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This was a great recipe. I used some leftover chicken and vegetables from my fridge and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Tasha Glosser
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful. I always make a big batch and freeze some for later.


Rabin pariyar
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Delicious and easy to make!


Austin Collins
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This minestrone was a huge hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavorful broth and the variety of vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


Munir Makame
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was a little bland for my taste, so I added some salt and pepper. Overall, it was a good soup and I would make it again.


Asikafo Aamant3m
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This soup was delicious and so easy to make. I used a variety of vegetables from my garden and it was packed with flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Anasgamingyt
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I've made this minestrone a few times now and it's always a hit! I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their veggies.


Denis Rira
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This minestrone is the epitome of comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I added some leftover chicken to mine and it was even better! Thanks for sharing this recipe.