Tiffany’s Minestrone
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. In a large stock pot, over medium-low heat, heat olive oil and saute garlic for 2 to 3 minutes. Add onion and saute for 4 to 5 minutes. Add celery and carrots, saute for 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. Add chicken broth, tomato sauce, and crushed tomatoes. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. If desired add red wine at this point. Reduce heat to low and add kidney beans, green beans, corn, spinach leaves, zucchini, oregano, basil, garlic pepper, salt and black pepper. Simmer for 3 to 4 hours, the longer the better.
  3. Ladle soup into bowl, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and serve.