Minestrone Soup Recipe | Co+op

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 onions, chopped
• 4 carrots, halved and sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 quart water
• 1 quart stock, vegetable or chicken
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
• 3 zucchini, quartered and sliced
• 2 cups spinach, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup cooked rice (optional)
• 2 cups cooked pasta (optional)
• Croutons, for garnish
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish