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My Minestrone
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 6
i know there are tons of these recipes on zaar but i like mine best so i want to post for convenience sake. lots of veggies in this one guys! i usually will add a cup of red wine after i saute the onion & garlic to deglaze the pan. this is a really easy & cheap dish that you can make tons of to freeze for lunches or quick meals.
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup white onion, minced
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 carrots, sliced
1 lb ground turkey
6 cups beef broth or 6 cups vegetable broth
3 roma tomatoes, peeled & diced
2 celery, chopped
4 mushrooms, sliced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
4 ounces ketchup
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/2 tablespoon fresh parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 cup hot water
4 cups spinach
1 medium zucchini, sliced & halved
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can great northern beans, drained
3/4 cup small shell pasta
Directions:
1. In a large pot sauté onion, garlic & carrots in the oil for 5 minutes or until onions are soft.
2. Add meat & brown until partially cooked.
3. Add broth, tomatoes, celery, mushrooms, canned tomatoes, paste and spices to the pot.
4. Bring soup to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add hot water, zucchini, beans, and pasta and cook for an additional 20 minutes add spinach the last 5 minutes & cook til soft or until desired consistency.
By RecipeOfHealth.com