Speedy Minestrone
Dona Hoffman of Addison, IL maximizes the potential of convenience products to create a hearty soup for cold winter nights. This full-bodied dish contains lots of beans, veggies and sausage, and the pasta mix ties everything together. 6 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 25 min.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
- 1 package (24 ounces) frozen vegetable and pasta medley in garlic sauce
- 1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
- 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions
- In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a
- boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until
- heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Yield: 6 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1-1/3 each) equals 467 calories, 27 g fat (12 g saturated fat), 60 mg cholesterol, 1,602 mg sodium, 36 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 20 g protein.