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Minestrone Soup Recipe

Minestrone Soup Recipe

Our family's Minestrone Soup is a delicious mix of classic Italian flavors and ingredients, creating a comforting blend of vegetables in a rich broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 286 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 3/4 cups Yellow Onion diced
  • 1/2 cup Celery diced
  • 1/2 cup Carrots peeled and diced
  • 1 cup Zucchini diced
  • 3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 14 ounces Diced Tomatoes 1 can
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 4 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 15 ounces Kidney Beans 1 can. rinsed.
  • 15 ounces White Beans 1 can. rinsed.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Green Beans fresh or frozen
  • 2 teaspoons Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 cups Pasta elbows or shells
  • 4 tablespoons Fresh Parsley optional
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Parmesan Cheese optional

Instructions
 

Saute Vegetables

  • Warm the oil over medium heat, then add diced onions and crisp celery alongside carrots and zucchini for an aromatic taste sensation!
  • Let the vegetables cook until they are tender, taking 3-5 minutes. Then add in garlic and let it sauté for half a minute. Finally, give your colorful concoction an extra flavor kick by sprinkling on salt and pepper to taste!

Combine and Simmer

  • Add the tomatoes, broth, and paste into your pot. Then sprinkle in the Thyme and Oregano.
  • Add Bay Leaves.
  • Add white beans, kidney beans, and green beans for hearty flavor.
  • Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Slowly pour in your pasta, stirring as you go. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes or until pasta is cooked to desired tenderness.
  • Enhance the flavor of your dish with a pinch or two of salt and freshly ground pepper, then top with parsley for extra color. For an indulgent finish, try adding some parmesan cheese on top!

Nutrition

Calories: 286kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 14gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 1047mgPotassium: 1036mgFiber: 11gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2745IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 137mgIron: 6mg
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