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MALTESE KUSKSU MINESTRA SOUP



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Maltese version of minestrone soup, this one using large Israeli couscous (kusksu) and chickpeas.

Provided by Sue L

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 Tbsp olive oil
2 clove minced garlic
1/2 c diced celery
1/2 c chopped onion
1 bay leaf
10 oz diced zucchini
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1 c peeled diced fresh pumpkin or butternut squash
4 c chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 can(s) (15 ounce) diced tomatoes
1 can(s) (8 ounce) tomato sauce
1 tsp fennel seed
1 tsp dried mint
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
1 pinch red pepper flakes
salt and black pepper
1/2 c uncooked large israeli couscous
1 can(s) (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
2 Tbsp chopped fresh italian parsley
1/2 c freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Saute the celery, onion, and garlic in oil until softened in the bottom of a Dutch oven.
  • 2. Add the bay leaf, zucchini, bell pepper, pumpkin/butternut squash, broth, diced tomatoes with liquid, tomato sauce and seasonings.
  • 3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for ten minutes.
  • 4. Stir in the couscous and chickpeas and cook for ten minutes more, stirring occasionally, until the couscous is tender.
  • 5. Stir in the parsley before serving and serve topped with a generous pinch of Parmesan cheese.

MALTESE MINESTRA



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Every country has it's own version of vegetable soup. Feel free to substitute other root vegetables as you wish.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Time 2h45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 oz fava beans
2 large onions
3 large potatoes
1 c celery (some leaves if you wish)
3 large carrots
1-2 turnips
1/2 small cauliflower or cabbage (or some of both)
14 oz pumpkin or butternut squash
water to cover vegetables or can use vegetable broth - will need enough for the addition of the pasta
1 Tbsp tomato puree
4 oz thick pasta
1 Tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Wash the beans and let them soak in water for a few hours.
  • 2. Chop all the vegetables roughly - rustic style. Place vegetables in a large pot, cover with water or broth and bring to a boil. Add the tomato puree along with salt and pepper.
  • 3. Once boiling, reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add the cauliflower or cabbage (or a little of both).
  • 4. Once vegetables are cooked through, add the pasta and simmer another 10-12 mnutes. Once done, add a tbsp. of olive oil and stir it in. Serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

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