MALTESE MINESTRA

Maltese Minestra image

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

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.