Post-Hurricane "Minestrone" Recipe

Name: Post-Hurricane "Minestrone"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces spoon-sized pasta (elbows, corkscrews, etc.)*; 1 Tablespoon olive oil; 2-3 Cloves garlic, minced; 1 medium-sized onion, chopped; 1 large can (28 oz.) chopped tomatoes (or whole tomatoes, chopped); 1 15 oz. can beef broth (or substitute chicken broth); 2 15 oz. cans beans (I recommend one can small white beans and one can small red beans), drained and rinsed; 1/2 teaspoon (approximately) Italian seasoning OR basil OR oregano (whatever you have in pantry); Grated parmesan (optional); Fresh black pepper (optional); Crushed red pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

8 ounces spoon-sized pasta (elbows, corkscrews, etc.)*
1 Tablespoon olive oil
2-3 Cloves garlic, minced
1 medium-sized onion, chopped
1 large can (28 oz.) chopped tomatoes (or whole tomatoes, chopped)
1 15 oz. can beef broth (or substitute chicken broth)
2 15 oz. cans beans (I recommend one can small white beans and one can small red beans), drained and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon (approximately) Italian seasoning OR basil OR oregano (whatever you have in pantry)
Grated parmesan (optional)
Fresh black pepper (optional)
Crushed red pepper (optional)

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1. Boil pasta until al dente in salted water, drain, set aside.
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2. Meanwhile, in large soup pot over medium-high heat, heat olive oil (or use cooking spray to further reduce fat), then saute garlic and onion for a few minutes until soft but not browned.**
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3. Add tomatoes with juice, broth, beans, and seasonings. Add 1/2 to one soup can of water, if needed, until desired soup consistency.
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4. Simmer about 15-20 minutes, covered, or until vegetables are tender.
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5. To serve, divide pasta among 4-6 large soup bowls (use less pasta if limiting carbohydrates) and ladle soup over. Top with a sprinkle of grated cheese and pepper(s), if desired.
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Notes:
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*pasta should not be added to the soup until serving, otherwise it gets mushy. Keep leftovers separate, too.
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** carrots, celery, peppers, string beans, frozen okra or whatever other vegetables you have on hand can be sauteed along with the onion/garlic; add more oil/cooking spray if needed.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces spoon-sized pasta (elbows, corkscrews, etc.)*, 1 Tablespoon olive oil, 2-3 Cloves garlic, minced, 1 medium-sized onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Post-Hurricane "Minestrone" 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.

Post-Hurricane "Minestrone"

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