HEIRLOOM MINESTRONE SOUP

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Using Italian sausage in a minestrone soup is a delicious twist in this recipe. It adds tons of flavor to the soup. Different veggies, like zucchini and carrots, not only add texture but add to the overall flavor. This minestrone is warm and comforting. Perfect for a cold day. Definitely try this simple soup recipe and make sure...

Provided by Patricia Yates

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb sweet Italian sausage
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 c chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 c sliced carrots
1 tsp dried basil
2 zucchini, sliced
1 can(s) Italian tomatoes, chopped and undrained, 14.5 oz
2 can(s) beef broth, 14.5 oz each; plus additional broth handy if needed
2 c cabbage, shredded
salt and pepper
2 can(s) great northern beans undrained
2 c ditalini cooked pasta

Steps:

  • 1. Remove Italian sausage from casing and brown in oil.
  • 2. Add onion, carrots, garlic, and basil; cook for 5 minutes.
  • 3. Add tomatoes with liquid, beef broth, cabbage, and spices. Cook 1 hour.
  • 4. Add zucchini, beans, and cooked ditalini pasta. Cook about 10 minutes longer. I usually add more beef broth.

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