Classic Minestrone

2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)
2 medium carrots, diced (about 1 cup)
1 celery rib, diced (about 3/4 cup)
2 medium zucchini, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
3 medium potatoes (about
3/4 pound), unpeeled and diced
3 cups thinly sliced Savoy cabbage
1 (15 1/2-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 (141/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (14-ounce) cans lower-sodium chicken broth
3 cups water
1/2 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook,
stirring occasionally, 6 minutes or until softened. Add carrots and
celery; cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Add zucchini and garlic;
cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Add potatoes and cabbage and
cook, mixing occasionally, 3 minutes. Add beans, tomatoes, broth, water,
rosemary, salt and pepper. Cover and bring to a simmer; adjust heat and
simmer gently 1 to 2 hours. Serve with Parmesan cheese. Makes 6 servings.

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