Minestra Casalinga Recipe

Minestra Casalinga

From choclytcandy 14 years ago

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Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and sage. Cook until garlic is soft (3-4 minutes). Add tomatoes and cook for 4-5 minutes. Add 1 cup potatoes, 1 cup beans, salt and pepper. Cook over low heat, stirring often, for 15 minutes.
In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add 2 cups boiling water to soup mixture. Simmer mixture uncovered until potatoes are tender (about 30 minutes). Transfer mixture to a food mill or food processor (food mill is preferred). Puree.
Return puree to soup pot. Add remaining potatoes and 6 cups boiling water. Simmer until potatoes are almost tender (about 15 minutes). Add remaining beans and cook for 15 additional minutes. Add pasta and cook until tender (4-5 minutes), adding more boiling water as needed if soup becomes too thick. Adjust seasonings.
Serve and garnish with Parmesan cheese.

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