This Slow Cooker Homemade Minestrone Soup Recipe tastes 1000 times better than the Olive Garden\'s version! You\'ll be shocked that something that easy to make can be so amazingly delicious. This really simple minestrone soup is tasty and a hit with children, a hearty meal every one is sure to enjoy. A keeper, this is one slow cooker recipe that you will surely make again.
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INGREDIENTS
2 cans (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
¼ cup sun-dried tomato pesto (homemade or store-bought)
1 parmesan rind
4 cups vegetable stock
2 cups water
1 cup carrots, diced
1¼ cup celery, diced
1½ cup white onion, diced
4 – 5 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 sprig rosemary (or ½ teaspoon dried)
2 bay leaves
salt and pepper to taste
1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) great northern beans, drained and rinsed
1½ cups zucchini, diced
1½ cups tubular (ditalini) pasta
1 cup frozen green beans, thawed
2½ cups baby spinach, chopped
Finely shredded Parmesan cheese, for serving (or Romano)
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Thanks to Marzia for this amazing recipe and featured image!