LELLI'S MINESTRONE SOUP

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If you're from lower Michigan you will no doubt know of Lelli's restaurant. They are famous for their Minestrone soup. This tastes exactly like the restaurant soup. It was given to my husband from a friend at work.

Provided by sandikinhadley

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
2 (16 ounce) cans mixed vegetables, drained
1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained, can substitute great northern beans
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) box frozen spinach
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon garlic
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil

Steps:

  • Saute onion in the margarine,.
  • Add the above ingredients and simmer for at least 1 1/2 hours.
  • Process at least half of the soup in a blender, or use a stick blender.
  • Add 1/3 cup uncooked macaroni,1/4 cup parmesan cheese and 1 cup half & half.
  • Cook for at least 20 minute more and serve with crusty bread and additional parmesan cheese.
  • You can also add a small can of garbanzo beans with the macaroni, cheese and milk.

R result
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Overall, I thought this soup was pretty good. It was easy to make and it had a nice flavor. However, I would have liked more vegetables in it.


Anis Patel
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This soup was delicious! I especially loved the addition of the Parmesan cheese. It really gave the soup a nice rich flavor.


Dustin Borden
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I loved this soup! It was so easy to make and it was packed with flavor. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Mahemmd ali Mahmmd
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This soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I would have preferred a thinner broth.


Mocha Bella
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I thought this soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Jacob David
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I would have liked more seasoning.


Kaddyjatou Darboe
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Ibrahim Mukadam
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This soup was delicious! I especially loved the addition of the pesto. It really took the flavor to the next level.


Bushra Islam
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Great recipe! I used a combination of fresh and frozen vegetables and it turned out great. The soup was very filling and flavorful.


zuwel rana
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This minestrone soup was incredibly hearty and flavorful. I loved the combination of vegetables and the broth was so rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


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