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Thick & Hearty Minestrone Soup with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham

Thick & Hearty Minestrone Soup
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A delicious and filling soup packed with vegetables, turkey bacon, and chicken ham.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 cup diced chicken ham
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 cup zucchini, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup pasta (small shaped)
  • Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the turkey bacon and cook until crisp. Remove and chop.
  2. Add chicken ham, onion, carrots, and celery to the pot; sauté until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add tomatoes, chicken broth, beans, green beans, and zucchini. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Add pasta and cook until al dente.
  7. Serve hot, topped with chopped turkey bacon and Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For added flavor, try using homemade broth.
  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container.

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Keywords: Thick & Hearty Minestrone Soup, Minestrone Soup, Turkey Bacon Soup, Chicken Ham Soup

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