Soups & Stews
Minestrone II
- Details
- Category: Soups & Stews
- Written by chefoz
I always loved this soup when I was young, now I make it for my friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup virgin olive oil
- 3 medium onions, chopped
- 4 medium carrots, shredded
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 28 ounces tomatoes, peeled and cubed
- 7 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 6 cups water
- 1 vegetable bouillon
- 5 fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 14 ounce can beans
- 1 cup of pasta (any kind you like)
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
Directions
1. In a large pot on medium heat pour oil, add onions, carrots and celery. Stir for 3-4 minutes.
2. Add tomatoes, water and bouillon. Season to taste, add basil and thyme.
3. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes. Add beans, garlic and pasta, cook for 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente.