Saturday 23 July 2011

Autumn Minestrone Soup

 

[Ingredients]
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 small butternut squash, peeled and chopped in 1-inch pieced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
1 small rutabaga, peeled and chopped
1 large celery stalk, diced
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
6 large kale leaves, thinly sliced
1 15 oz. cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 quarts chicken stock or water
1/4 to 1/2 pounds raw pasta (macaroni, shells, etc.)
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
Grated Parmesan, for serving

 
[Directions]
1) Gather these tools: cutting board, chef's knife, dry and wet measuring cups, measuring spoons, can opener, stockpot, wooden spoon

2) Over medium heat, add olive oil to a large stockpot. Then add the onion, butternut squash, carrots, rutabaga, celery, dried marjoram, salt and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and turns golden brown, about 5 minutes.

3) Add the tomatoes, kale, cannellini beans, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil and then add the pasta. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender when pierced with a knife.

4) Taste the broth and season with additional salt and pepper. Stir in the chopped parsley. Serve with Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top each portion.