"Try a minestrone soup that packs in the veggies but still feels approachable for kids! This minestrone serves up tender carrots, celery......"
INGREDIENTS
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3 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 medium leek, trimmed, washed and finely chopped
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2 stalks celery, trimmed and finely chopped
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2 medium to large carrots, chopped
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14 .5 ounce can chopped tomatoes
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 quart vegetable stock
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5 ounces (about 2 cups) green cabbage, grated or finely chopped
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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2 tsp fresh oregano, chopped
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1 bay leaf
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1 tbsp tomato paste
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1/4 cup frozen peas or peeled fava beans
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1/2 cup dried pasta, small shapes
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sea salt and black pepper, to taste
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grated parmesan or other hard cheese, to serve