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This is very delicious with a complex blend of flavors.  My family has been enjoying this for years.  There is some chopping and measuring involved but the flavor is more than worth it.  When I had the opportunity to go to Italy I ordered a lot of minestrone soup.  Of course, minestrone soup is always better in Italy, but this is close. Here is the recipe: EASY MINESTRONE SOUP A family favorite. There are a number of ingredients but still easy. Ingredients: 1 can drained cannellini beans  2 tablespoons olive oil 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 clove garlic chopped 6 cups low sodium meat stock 1 can diced tomatoes with juice 3 large carrots sliced 2 zucchini chopped 1/4 head of cabbage chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup dried small elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Heat oil in large pot.  Add onions and garlic until soft.

I love split pea soup.  It is so easy to make.  Here is what is needed to start with: I forgot to add the salt to the photo, sorry. The recipe I follow is one I have had for years. EASY SPLIT PEA SOUP - SLOW COOKER I have been making this soup for years.  The family loves it. Ingredients: 1 package of dry green split peas (rinse til water is clear) 1 package Turkey Polska Kielbasa (I use Hillshire Farms) sliced 2 carrots peeled and sliced 1 whole yellow onion chopped 1 green bell pepper seeded and chopped 4 cloves garlic minced  1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 42 ounces low sodium chicken broth  Everything in to the crock pot and stir.  Cook on high for 6 hours.  That’s it. I serve soup with crusty baguette. Please comment