Magic Minestrone Soup
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Course : Soups
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 6 - 8
 

Ingredients:

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium leek, white and green parts, sliced
1/2 pound carrots
4 stalks celery
6 cups water
6 pieces chicken bouillon cubes
1 pieces rutabaga, cubed
2 large bay leaves
1/4 cup parsley flakes
1 quart Great Northern beans
1/2 teaspoon Oregano
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 cup uncooked macaroni
 

Preparation:

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the leek, carrots and celery, and sauté for 15 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients, except for the macaroni, and simmer for 1 hour. For a thinner soup, add extra water. Add the macaroni 10 minutes before serving.