UPSTATE MINESTRONE SOUP

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If you love vegetables, you'll find this minestrone especially satisfying. Keep the recipe in mind when you have a bounty of fresh garden produce. -Yvonne Krantz, Mt. Upton, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 cups shredded cabbage
2 small zucchini, sliced
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef broth, undiluted or 3 beef bouillon cubes plus 1-1/2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown sausage in oil. Add the onion, carrots, garlic and basil; cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the cabbage, zucchini, broth, tomatoes, salt and pepper. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Add beans; cook 20 minutes longer. Garnish with parsley. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 1329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Erodner Polinis
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I love this soup! It's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I usually add some extra vegetables, like kale or spinach, to make it even healthier.


Woodie Wilson
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it! The soup is also very healthy. It's full of vegetables and protein.


Craig Mathabatha
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I'm not a great cook, but this soup was really easy to make. I followed the recipe and it turned out great. I would definitely make this again.


Nozipho Danisa
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and filling, and the vegetables give it a nice crunch. I also love the addition of the Parmesan cheese. It really takes the soup to the next level.


Godwin Ayomide
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I'm not a huge fan of minestrone soup, but this recipe is really good. The soup is flavorful and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Adrian Harness
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use up leftover vegetables and meat in it. It's a great way to clean out my fridge.


King Fred Asira
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually add some extra vegetables, like kale or spinach, to make it even healthier.


Etteka Glory
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover carrots, celery, and onions, and I just threw them in the soup. It turned out great! The soup is also very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Rufia Zahid
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! The soup was easy to make and the ingredients were very affordable. I will definitely be making this again.


Komagum Edwin
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the vegetables give it a nice crunch. I also love the addition of the Parmesan cheese. It really takes the soup to the next level.


Md Ased Mia
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I'm not usually a fan of minestrone soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The soup was so flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Lu Davis
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This soup is delicious! I love the way the vegetables melt in my mouth. The broth is also very flavorful. I highly recommend this soup.


Amrit Sonam
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family. Everyone loved it! The soup was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I will definitely be making this again.


Louzanne Gill
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This soup was hearty and comforting. I loved the combination of vegetables and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again!