SLOW-COOKER VEGETABLE MINESTRONE

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Savor slow-cooked Italian soup with little effort by letting your slow cooker do all the work! This is one hearty soup recipe the whole family will love.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups vegetable broth or Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
4 cups tomato juice
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup)
2 medium celery stalks, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms (3 oz)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
1 1/2 cups uncooked rotini pasta (4 1/2 oz)
Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except pasta and cheese.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
  • Stir in pasta. Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes longer or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle each serving with cheese. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 940 mg

Afia Badu
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Thanks for sharing this recipe! I'm always looking for new soup recipes to try.


Sameer sk Buriro
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This soup looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Billie Petkovski
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I'm going to try making this soup in my Instant Pot next time. I bet it will be even easier!


Robbie Tresierra
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken.


Op Gamer
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove vegetables depending on what you have on hand.


Umaru Hauwau
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


LR Z
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I'm not a huge fan of minestrone, but this recipe was actually really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Akash Md
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!


Erik Henningsen
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I've never made minestrone before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The soup turned out great!


Rex Borres
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Shahpo ran
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Tanesha Taylor
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


Jessica Ritchie
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I was really looking forward to trying this soup, but I was disappointed. It was too watery and the vegetables were mushy.


Anekia Bailey
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This soup is delicious! The vegetables are cooked perfectly and the broth is flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Roger Ranks
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I love this soup! It's so healthy and filling. I always feel good after eating it.


Shadman Shakib
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This minestrone was a bit bland for my taste. I had to add some extra salt and pepper to it. Otherwise, it was a good soup.


Sonny McKirdy
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Sekamatte Hellen
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to throw together in the slow cooker, and it's always delicious.


AB Abid Hasan
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This minestrone was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and hearty, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the pesto, which gave the soup a bright and refreshing flavor.