Microwave Minestrone Soup Recipe

Name: Microwave Minestrone Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, cut in small pieces; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 1/2 tsp. garlic; 1/2 c. sliced carrots; 1/2 c. sliced celery; 3 c. water; 1 c. marinara spaghetti sauce (no meat); 1 can drained kidney, fava or pinto beans; 1/4 c. small shell pasta; 2 tsp. beef bouillon; fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 c. fresh zucchini, cut into small pieces

Servings: persons

3 slices bacon, cut in small pieces
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 tsp. garlic
1/2 c. sliced carrots
1/2 c. sliced celery
3 c. water
1 c. marinara spaghetti sauce (no meat)
1 can drained kidney, fava or pinto beans
1/4 c. small shell pasta
2 tsp. beef bouillon
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 c. fresh zucchini, cut into small pieces

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To serve 6:
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Using a 3-quart microwave bowl or casserole dish, cook the bacon pieces on High 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute. Blot with paper napkin to absorb grease.
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Stir in onion and garlic and microwave, covered, on High for 2 minutes.
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Stir in celery and carrots and 1 tablespoon water, then cover and cook on High for 3 minutes.
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Stir in all else except zucchini, then cover and cook on High 10 minutes.
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Stir; add zucchini, then cover and cook on High 5 minutes more.
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Macaroni and vegetables should be tender.
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Stir and let cool 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
9
Pass the grated Parmesan cheese.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices bacon, cut in small pieces, 1/2 c. chopped onion, 1/2 tsp. garlic, 1/2 c. sliced carrots, and more.

Yes, Microwave Minestrone Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Microwave Minestrone Soup

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