SproutPeople Minestrone

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 6
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 346.9
  • Total Fat: 20.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 4.8 mg
  • Sodium: 261.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 33.8 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.3 g
  • Protein: 10.1 g

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Introduction

I got this from SproutPeople.org - 4 cups of sprouted beans in this yummy Italian classic! I got this from SproutPeople.org - 4 cups of sprouted beans in this yummy Italian classic!
Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

    1/2 cup cabbage - chopped
    2 potatoes - cut into small cubes
    1 or 2 carrots cut nicely
    1 onion - diced
    1 cup spinach - chopped
    1 summer squash - chopped
    4 cups Sprouted Beans
    1 cup pasta - your choice
    1 quart tomato puree or vegetable stock
    1/2 cup olive oil
    1 tsp. oregano
    1 tsp. basil
    1 Tbs. parsley
    4 cloves garlic - chopped
    salt to taste
    parmesan or romano cheese - optional

Directions

Preparation

In a big pot combine the Sprouted Beans, veges, pasta and tomato puree or stock.
Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer - cook 15-20 minutes, until tender.

Meanwhile...
Make a paste of the oil, garlic, and herbs using a mortar & pestle, blender or food processor.

Serve

Top the soup with the wonderful paste you just made, and some parmesan or romano cheese.
Serve with garlic bread or Sprouted Whole Wheat Bread and butter.

Notes

Mix and match bean sprouts to your heart's content!

Serving Size: 6 servings

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ISOLDE316.