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minestrone soup

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Maryann B
Bellingham, MA

My father was a wonderful cook and I cherish all the time we spent together in the kitchen. He made several homemade soups and this is one of my favorites.

(2 ratings)
yield 10 or more
prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For minestrone soup

  • 2 slice
    bacon, diced
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 lg
    onion, chopped
  • 4 qt
    chicken broth
  • 2 c
    spaghetti, broken into pieces
  • 2
    potatoes, diced
  • 4
    carrots, sliced
  • 2 c
    cabbage, sliced
  • 1/2 c
    celery, diced
  • 1 can
    tomato sauce
  • 1 can
    kidney beans, drained
  • 1 can
    chic pea, drained
  • 2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    pepper
  • 1 Tbsp
    parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 c
    grated cheese

How To Make minestrone soup

  • 1
    Cook bacon in soup pot, add garlic and onion and cook until tender. Add broth, pasta, potatoes, carrots, cabbage, celery, and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil and simmer 15-20 minutes, or until vegetables are just cooked. Add kidney beans, chic peas, seasonings and parsley. Cook 5 minutes longer. Add cheese, stir and serve.

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