Ingredients

• 250g dried Italian soup bean mix (see note)
• 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, finely chopped
• 100g sliced pancetta, chopped
• 2 tbs tomato paste
• 400g canned chopped tomatoes
• 3L chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 2/3 cups (200g) frozen peas
• 1/4 savoy cabbage, core removed, thinly sliced (to give 1 1/2 cups)
• 150g ditalini, small macaroni or other short tubular pasta
• 1/2 cup pesto alla genovese (see related recipe)
• Freshly grated parmesan, to serve

Description

Homestyle Minestrone Recipe - Place The Italian Soup Bean Mix In A Large Bowl, Cover With Cold Water And Leave To Soak Overnight. The Next Day, Drain The Beans And Rinse Well. Place The Oil In A Large,...

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