Minestrone
35 Mins
Serves 4-6

Method
- 1
Step 1
Warm olive oil and garlic in a pot over low to medium-low heat until fragrant.
- 2
Step 2
Add the onion and sauté, then add the carrot and mix.
- 3
Step 3
Add the paprika, potato, zucchini, and mushrooms, then add the tomato last. Mix well.
- 4
Step 4
Add a little salt, cover, and cook over low heat for 10–15 minutes to draw out the vegetable juices. Watch so nothing burns.
- 5
Step 5
Uncover, add Vegetable Broth Tea, and simmer. When it comes to a boil, skim off any foam.
- 6
Step 6
Simmer another 10–15 minutes, until the potato and carrot are as tender as you like. Adjust the salt.
- 7
Step 7
Turn off the heat and add basil if using.
Tips
- ·Works well with vegetables and broth tea alone.
- ·Use leftover vegetables.
- ·Keep salt light at first; adjust after optional ingredients.
- ·Add prawns or shellfish only at the end so they stay tender.