Minestrone *(GOOD)*

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 1 pound stew meat
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup diced potatoes
• 1/2 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup uncooked spaghetti, broken into 1-inch pieces
• 1 can kidney beans, drained
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Parmesan cheese to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Place first 3 ingredients in 5-quart glass casserole. Add 6 cups hot water; cover.

Microwave on high for 20 to 25 minutes or until meat is tender, stirring once. Add potatoes, carrots and tomatoes; cover.

Microwave on high for 10 to 12 minutes longer. Add next 4 ingredients. Microwave on high for 15 minutes longer. Top with Parmesan cheese when served.