Makes 8 servings
1................pound Italian sausage links , cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 ...............tablespoon olive oil
1 ...............cup finely chopped onion
1 ...............cup slice fresh carrots
1 ...............garlic clove , finely minced
1 ...............teaspoon fried basil
2 ...............cups dhredded cabbage
2 ...............small zucchini , sliced
2 ...............cans(10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef broth , undiluted or 3 beef bouillion cubes plus 1 -1/3 cups hot water
1 ..............can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes , undrained
1 ..............teaspoon salt
1/4 ...........teaspoon pepper
1 ..............can (15 -1/2 ounces) great northern beans , rinsed and drained
Minced fresh parsley
1) In a dutch oven , brown sausage in oil . Add the onion , carrots , garlic and basil ; cook for 5 minutes . Stir in the cabbage , zucchini , broth , tomatoes , salt and pepper .
2) Bring to a boil .Reduce heat ; cover and simmer for 1 hour . Add beans ; cook 20 minutes longer . Garnish with parsley .
If you love vegetables , you'll find this minestrone especially satisfying , keep the recipe in mind when you habe a bounty of fresh produce .
Heart Healthy
