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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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There are quite a few recipes for minestrone, but this one happens to be my favourite. I've been making it for 25+ years. The only seasonings are salt & pepper to allow the true flavours of the veggies to come out. Feel free to add italian seasoning(s) if you desire. Ingredients:
3 slices bacon, chopped |
1 tablespoon oil |
1 large onion, chopped |
3 leeks, thinly sliced (white parts only) |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1 large carrot, diced |
2 cups cabbage, chopped |
2 small zucchini, sliced |
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes |
1 1/2 cups potatoes, diced |
8 cups beef stock |
1 (19 ounce) can beans (cannelini, or beans in tomato sauce) |
1 cup small shell pasta (like ditali) |
salt & pepper |
Directions:
1. In a large pot, combine bacon, oil, onion, leeks and garlic. Saute for 5 minutes.
2. Add carrots & cabbage and saute 5 minutes more.
3. Add zucchini, tomatoes, potatoes and beef stock. Bring to a boil. Season with salt & pepper. Lower heat & simmer, covered for 30 minutes.
4. Add beans and pasta. Cook 12-15 minutes more, until tender.
5. Serve sprinkled with parmesan.
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