Mama Mia's Minestrone Soup
Mama Mia’s Minestrone Soup is a hearty, veggie-packed dish with a flavorful twist—it starts with bacon for a rich, savory base. Loaded with vegetables and pasta, it’s comforting and satisfying, perfect for chilly evenings or sharing with friends. Though a bit veggie-heavy for picky eaters, it’s a delicious way to warm up and fill your bowl with goodness.
Servings 10 servings
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Ingredients
- ½ lb bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 2 cans Italian stewed tomatoes
- 2 cans beef broth
- 2 small cans tomato juice
- 1 can northern white beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can green beans UNDRAINED
- 3 carrots cut into chunks
- 2 cups shredded cabbage shredded (not the pre-cut coleslaw mix, it's too stringy when cooked)
- 2 cups water
- ½ tsp thyme
- ¼ tsp basil
- ¼ tsp oregano
- 1 cup shell macaroni rotini or shells work well
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- In a soup pot, sauté the onion and celery in bacon grease until tender.
- Add in the stewed tomatoes, beef broth, tomato juice, white beans, green beans, carrots, cabbage, water, thyme, basil, and oregano. Bring to to a boil, then reduce to simmer. Simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Then add the macaroni. Cook until macaroni is tender. Top each bowl with Parmesan cheese to serve.