Minestrone with Turkey (pic included)
(transcribed by Yotan for Yazuu) - was super yummy with bread
Minestrone with Turkey
1 medium onion, chopped 1 medium carrot, sliced 1 celery rib, sliced 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cups chicken broth or homemade turkey stock 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained 2/3 cup each frozen peas, corn, and green beans, thawed 1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 bay leaf 1 cup cubed cooked turkey 1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional
1. In a dutch oven, saute the onion, carrot, celery and garlic in oil until tender. 2. Add the broth, vegetables, macaroni, and seasonings. 3. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. 4. Add turkey and zucchini; cook until zucchini is crisp-tender. 5. Discard bay leaf. Serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.