Minnesota Minnestrone Soup w/ Wild Rice | The Secret Garden

Tuscan Minestrone with a delicious Minnesota twist: wild rice instead of pasta.

Everything else is still there: red beans, garbanzo beans, onions, celery, carrots, herbs & spices.

You will need 32-oz oz tomatoes, fresh or canned.

Makes 9 cups

Instructions: Soak beans in 4 cups water, then add remaining package ingredients and tomatoes. Simmer 1 to 2 hours until done. Garnish with shredded cheese or a dollop of sour cream.

Quick cook in an instant Pot. All all ingredients and cook 50 minutes using Meat/Stew setting. Add diced smoked sausage.

Leftovers can be frozen. Ideal for next day or at-work lunches