JESSICA'S REALLY GOOD MINESTRONE SOUP

Jessica's Really Good Minestrone Soup image

I think this soup is better than Olive Garden's!! Not only is it really good, but it's simple and goof-proof. PS...I always add extra vegetables.

Provided by Brit413

Categories Pasta Shells

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 2 cup serving

Number Of Ingredients 19

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup zucchini
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
4 teaspoons minced garlic
4 cups vegetable broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
2 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans (rinsed and drained)
1/2 cup shredded carrot (finely chopped works great too)
3 cups hot water
1/2 cup green beans
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (minced)
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 1/2 cups spinach
3/4 cup pasta (shells)

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a big pot.
Add celery, garlic and zucchini. Simmer about 5 minutes.
Add broth, tomatoes, carrots, water, and seasonings. Rinse beans and add to pot.
Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20-30 minutes.
Add pasta and spinach. Simmer 20 minutes till pasta is done. Serve with rolls or fresh bread.

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