SPINACH MINESTRONE SOUP

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This amazing soup warms you up and fills you with tons of healthy vegetables. My lovely, Italian Aunt Grace makes it in her kitchen. It is a thick and hearty soup that goes well with sandwiches and company. You can't go wrong serving this up on a cool day to guests.

Provided by karamikel

Categories     Spinach

Time 1h30m

Yield 20 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (49 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 carrots
2 celery ribs
1 leek
1 large potato
1 teaspoon minced garlic clove
2 tablespoons butter
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
1 small cabbage (sliced thin)
white pepper (to taste)
parmesan cheese (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large sauce pot, combine teh broth and sauce. Bring it to a boil.
  • Dice the carrots, celery, and potato. Combine for approximately four to six cups of vegetables. Slice the leek into 1/2 inch circles and then cut them circles in half.
  • Saute two cloves worth of minced garlic and butter in a large frying pan. Add the carrots, celery, and potato to the frying pan. Saute until they are almost soft.
  • Pour all the vegetables into the broth and cook for approximately 25 to 30 minutes on medium/low. Add white pepper to your preference.
  • Add the sliced cabbage and spinach leaves. Cook for another 15 minutes.
  • Drain the beans and add to the soup. Cook for 10 more minutes.
  • Spinkle parmesan cheese on top and serve.

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