Hearty Minestrone

Hearty Minestrone


 * 2 T. olive oil
 * 1/2 Small Head green cabbage, Thinly Sliced
 * 2 Medium carrots, Coarsely Chopped
 * 1 Medium Onion, Chopped
 * 1 clove garlic, Minced
 * 2 Cans Whole tomatoes, Crushed (16 Oz. Each)
 * 5 Cups water
 * 1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh basil or 1 T. Dried basil, Crushed
 * 2 T. Slat
 * 1/2 T. oregano, Crushed
 * 1/4 T. pepper
 * 3/4 Cup ditalini Pasta or Other Small Tube Shaped Pasta
 * 2 T. Grated Parmesan cheese
 * 2 T. pine nuts

In Large Pan, Heat oil Over Medium High Heat;add cabbage, carrots, Onion And garlic. Cook Stirring Until Lightly Browned. Add tomatoes With Liquid, water, basil, salt, oregano And pepper. Cook Over High Heat Until Soup Comes to a Boil. Reduce Heat to Low. Cover And Simmer 30 Minutes or Until Vegetables Are Tender. Add ditalini. Return t a Boil. Reduce Heat Cover And Simmer 10 Minutes Until Pasta is Tender. Sprinkle With Cheese And pine nuts. Makes About 8 Cups at 180 Calories Per Serving

Source: my Old Recipes

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