Minestrone is a classic, ever lasting recipe everyone should try. Especially good during fall and winter this vegetable soup is even better with some grated parmesan cheese on top.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven; add the onion, celery, carrots, cabbage, green beans, garlic and parsley.
Saute over low heat until they are wilted. Add the tomato paste, beef broth and water; simmer 45 minutes.
Add the beans, zucchini and pasta; simmer 15 minutes more, or until the pasta is cooked. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Ladle into bowls and top with Parmesan cheese.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven; add the onion, celery, carrots, cabbage, green beans, garlic and parsley.
Saute over low heat until they are wilted. Add the tomato paste, beef broth and water; simmer 45 minutes.
Add the beans, zucchini and pasta; simmer 15 minutes more, or until the pasta is cooked. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Ladle into bowls and top with Parmesan cheese.