FOODSERVICE RECIPE

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Minestrone Soup

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
TYPE OF DISH: Main Course, Soup
LIFESTYLE CHOICE: Dairy-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
COOKING METHOD: Stove Top
You cannot go wrong with this classic Minestrone Soup. To recreate this iconic soup, add a Foodservice can of Dei Fratelli Diced Tomatoes, white onions, and carrots into a pot. After you are done, you will taste why this delicious soup is considered to be such a classic. With 24 servings, everyone will be able to enjoy it!
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Ingredients:

  • 1 #10 can Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 head Garlic, peeled and sliced
  • 4 Cups White Onion, medium diced
  • 2 Cups Celery, medium diced
  • 2 Cups Carrot, peeled and medium diced
  • 1 gallon Vegetable Stock
  • 4 (15 oz.) cans Cannellini Beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 Tbsp. Sea Salt
  • 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. Garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. Lemon Juice
  • 2 tsp. Oregano, dried
  • 2 tsp. Basil, dried
  • 2 tsp. Black pepper
  • 12 Cups Kale, chopped small
  • 8 Cups Orzo Pasta, cooked

Instructions:

  • In a large stockpot, toast sliced garlic over medium heat until light brown. Remove and set aside.
  • Add onion, celery, and carrot to pot and cook over medium-high heat until soft, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add remaining ingredients, except kale and sliced garlic, to pot. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add kale and sliced garlic and continue simmering another 5 minutes, or until kale has wilted.
  • Serve over orzo pasta.

Chef's Tip:

Garnish with fresh, chopped parsley.