Minestrone

1. 1

   Choose a large stockpot.

2. 2

   Put in oil, butter and onion and cook over medium-low heat. Add the other fresh vegetables, one at a time, stirring once or twice and cooking each new addition several minutes before adding the next one. After adding the cabbage, cook about 6 minutes, then add the broth, tomatoes and their juice and a little bit of salt.

3. 3

   Cook slowly, covered, for at least 3 hours.

4. 4

   If you see it's becoming too thick, add a bit more water to your taste.

5. 5

   Fifteen minutes before the soup is done, add the canned cannellini beans.

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