Rich Minestrone (Minestone Ricco)
Serves 6
  • 6 Tbs. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 large carrots, diced
  • 5-6 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • Handful of fresh or frozen spinach, washed and shredded finely
  • 2 large stalks celery, sliced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 large clove fresh garlic, chopped
  • 3/4 zucchini, diced
  • Handful of red beans soaked in cold water for 3 hours
  • 1 lb. water
  • Salt and fresh pepper
  • 4 oz. small pasta
  • To finish
  • Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Make sure all the vegetables are shredded finely or chopped neatly into very small cubes. Heat olive oil in a large pot, then add the garlic and all the vegetables and season to taste with salt & pepper. Cook for few minutes, add the water. Cover and simmer gently 1-2 hours (long , slow simmering brings out the full flavor), stirring occasionally.

When all the vegetables are soft and tender, add the pasta and cook until al dente. Remove from heat. Serve and flavor with freshly ground pepper, Oil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

 

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