Soups And Stews

Turkey Minestrone

The Southern Rustic

This is my take on the classic Italian vegetable soup “Minestrone”. It is so good. It is a light soup that fills you up and keeps you full without weighing you down and needing that after-dinner nap. lol.

It is full of delicious vegetables, a light tomatoey broth, creamy beans, and tasty pasta. It is perfect for cool fall nights and it warms you up during those cold winter days. This soup is perfect year round but it is magical during the colder months. You are going to love it.

Let’s get started.

INGREDIENTS:

1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1 Onion – diced
2 Stalks Of Celery – diced
4 Medium Carrots – diced
3 Cloves Garlic – minced
1 Lb. Ground Turkey
1 Tbsp. Tomato Paste
1 (28 oz) Can Of Diced Tomatoes
1 Can Cannellini Beans – drained and rinsed
6 C. Chicken Broth
1 Bay Leaf
Salt And Pepper
2 C. Egg Noodles

DIRECTIONS:

  1. In a large stock pot over med-low heat add the oil, onion, celery, and carrots. Season with a bit of salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
  2. Add the garlic and stir. Cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  3. Add the tomato paste and cook for another 30 seconds.
  4. Add the tomatoes, beans, broth, egg noodles, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 to 30 minutes or just until the pasta is tender.
  5. Remove from the heat and adjust the seasoning. Ladle into bowls and serve with a sprinkling of parmesan cheese and sliced green onions.

  • You can substitute the egg noodles for any small-shaped pasta you have on hand.
  • Great Northern, navy, or small white beans are a great substitute if you can not find cannellini beans.
  • Serve with a sprinkling of grated parmesan cheese on top and a side of crusty bread for dunking.
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