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Minestrone Soup Recipe

Minestrone Soup Recipe
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A hearty and wholesome Minestrone Soup featuring fresh vegetables, cannellini and kidney beans, pasta, and a rich tomato broth, perfect for a comforting and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 large zucchini, chopped into small cubes (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 2 medium carrots, diced into cubes (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 4 ribs celery, chopped into small pieces (about 1 cup)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced

Liquids & Sauces

  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 32 oz vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Beans & Pasta

  • 15 oz cannellini beans, drained
  • 15 oz kidney beans, drained
  • 3/4 cup macaroni noodles (or small pasta), uncooked

Seasonings & Garnish

  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp parmesan cheese, finely grated

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped zucchini, carrots, celery, and onion. Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly softened. Then add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, and water. Stir thoroughly to dissolve the tomato paste into the mixture. Increase the heat to bring the soup to a gentle boil.
  3. Add Beans and Pasta: Add the drained cannellini and kidney beans, uncooked macaroni noodles, salt, pepper, and bay leaves to the pot. Maintain a light boil and stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking. Cook until the pasta is tender, which should take about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Finish and Serve: Remove the bay leaves and discard them. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and finely grated parmesan cheese. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty minestrone soup!

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the macaroni noodles with gluten-free pasta or omit entirely.
  • If a thicker soup is preferred, reduce the water slightly or let the soup simmer longer to concentrate flavors.
  • Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables like green beans or spinach for variation.
  • Use freshly grated parmesan for best flavor; pre-grated cheese can be less flavorful.
  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, and the flavors often improve after a day.

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