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Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup Recipe

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Warm up your day with this hearty Minestrone Soup recipe, a classic Italian comfort dish that combines a vibrant medley of vegetables, nutritious beans, and pasta in a savory tomato broth. This delightful soup is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to fit your taste preferences. Packed with vitamins and fiber, it’s both satisfying and nourishing, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or simple weeknight dinners. Whether you enjoy it as a meal on its own or alongside crusty bread, this minestrone will bring warmth to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large zucchini, chopped into small cubes
  • 2 medium carrots, diced into cubes
  • 4 ribs celery, chopped into small pieces
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 32 oz vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 15 oz cannellini beans, drained
  • 15 oz kidney beans, drained
  • 3/4 cup macaroni noodles or small pasta (uncooked)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chopped zucchini, diced carrots, celery, and onion; sauté until tender (5–7 minutes).
  2. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, and water; bring to a boil.
  4. Mix in cannellini beans, kidney beans, uncooked pasta, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Reduce heat to low and simmer until pasta is cooked through.
  5. Remove bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish with fresh parsley.

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