Minestrone (Reader Submitted)

Today’s recipe comes from Maurine! Thank you SO much, it sounds delicious, or should I say V-licious?

Minestrone

• 4 T. margarine
• 3/4 c. chopped onion
• 1/4 c. chopped celery
• 1/2 c. chopped carrots
• 1(19 ounce) can cannellini beans
• 1/2 c. shredded cabbage
• 1(14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 1 T. tomato paste
• 1 1/2 c. cubed potatoes
• 1 quart chicken broth
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 T. dried parsley
• 1/2 elbow macaroni
• 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese
  

In a heavy pot, melt margarine. Add onion, celery and carrots, saute for a few minutes. Add beans, cabbage, tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, garlic, and parsley. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat. Simmer about an hour or until veggies are barely tender.
Add pasta and simmer 30 minutes more. Serve with grated cheese if desired.

(The nice thing about minestrone soup is you can add or omit things you want to. I add fresh spinach, or substitute sweet potatoes for part of the potatoes, use whole grain pasta, etc. It’s such a versatile soup, so delicious, and good for you!)

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