*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Thick Vegetable Soup

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Serving Size  : 12   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Soups/Stews                      Vegetables

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      tablespoon    Olive oil
   1      cup           Wht. turnip 1/4" cubes
   1      cup           Onions -- chopped
   1      cup           Celery -- chopped
   1      tablespoon    Garlic -- chopped
   1      pound         Navy beans -- dried
   2      cups          Tomatoes -- diced
                        Fresh ground pepper
   2      cups          Zucchini -- 1/2" cubes
  10      cups          Chicken stock
   1      cup           Carrots -- 1/4" cubes
     1/4  cup           Basil leaves -- fresh

1. Heat the oil in kettle, add onions and garlic. Cook briefly and add the tomatoes,
 zucchini, carrots, turnips, and celery. Cook, stirring, for abou 10 minutes. Add the
 beans, pepper, and stock. Bring to a boil and simmer f 1 hour and 45 minutes
. Add the chopped basil. 2. Serve with Parmesan cheese on the side.

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