This is one of my family's favorite! I have made it on top of the stove before when I didn't want to wait on my crockpot to cook. It is a hand me down recipe....... ;~)Angie * Exported from MasterCook *

Minestrone Soup

Recipe By : Unknown
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups & Stocks

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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16 Oz Tomatoes, Stewed -- Canned Cut In Pieces
2 Medium onions -- chopped
2 Cloves garlic -- crushed
1 Cup Carrots -- Diced
1 Cup Celery -- Diced
1 Large zucchini -- thinly sliced
16 Oz kidney beans -- Canned
6 Oz tomato paste -- Canned
1 Tablespoon Parsley, Freeze-Dried -- Flakes
2 Teaspoons salt
1/8 Teaspoon Black Pepper -- Finely Ground
6 Cups "Beef Style" vegetarian broth
1/4 Pound spaghetti -- cut in 2-inch pieces
1/2 Teaspoon ground sage
1 Teaspoon dried basil -- crushed
2 Cups Shredded Cabbage -- Optional

Place all ingredients except spaghetti in slow cooker; stir, Cover. Turn heat control to LOW; cook 10 to 12 hours. Add spaghetti. Cover and cook 1 hour longer. Makes about 12 (1 cup) servings. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

NOTES : Diabetic Exchanges per 1 cup serving: Starch 2; Lean Meat 1; Vegetable 1 1/2