TOSI'S MINESTRONE SOUP

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Tosi's, in Stevensville, Michigan, is a beautiful Italian restaurant with a wonderful reputation for fine dining. One of their specialties is their Minestrone Soup.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound Navy beans
1/2 pound salt pork
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 pound diced potatoes
1 cup diced celery
1 cup diced carrots
1 pound shredded cabbage
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounces tomato paste
1 tablespoon oregano
1/2 cup rice
1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat 12 cups water to boil, turn off heat, add beans and soak for 1 hour. Add salt pork and simmer 1 hour. Saute onion, garlic, in oil until golden and set aside.
  • Prepare vegetables, then add to beans with garlic, onions, salt, pepper, seasonings, tomato paste, and rice. At this time, you can also add 4 additional cups of water and continue to cook until thick.
  • Puree in processor at least 1/2 soup mixture, and then mix with un-pureed portion. Serve with Parmesan or Asiago cheese sprinkled on top. Note: This is better when prepared at least 1 day before serving, and then re-heated to serve. Add either Asaigo or Parmesan cheese to the top. Thanks to Jess, a fellow viewer for this wonderful recipe.

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