Minestrone Soup

This classic Italian soup takes the addition of sprouts wonderfully.

You can use any combination or mix of Sprouted Beans you like, they're all great!

Sprouts to Use

Beanie's Awesome Mix

Christmas Present

Neville's Midnight Moon - Mix #47

Pea Carnival

San Francisco Mix

Spring Garden

Ingredients

Serves 6

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

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!