Minestrone soup is a classic Italian dish that is made with a variety of vegetables, beans, and pasta. It is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. There are many different ways to make minestrone soup, but this recipe will show you how to make a traditional minestrone soup with navy beans. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in about an hour. So gather your ingredients and let's get started!
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ITALIAN MINESTRONE SOUP
Nothing says more "comfort food" than thick, creamy Minestrone Soup.Italian Minestrone soup is made with seasonal veggies, legumes and small pasta shape or rice.
Provided by Italian Recipe Book
Categories Soup
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large pot add a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, roughly chopped onion, carrots, celery, garlic clove, and pancetta cubes. Sautee on medium heat for a few minutes stirring a couple of times in the process.
- Add potatoes, butternut squash, tomatoes, bay leaf, rosemary sprigs and a couple of pinches of salt.
- Give a nice stir and add enough water to cover all the veggies.Bring to a boil and simmer on low heat for 40 minutes. Add more liquid if needed.
- Past this time veggies will become super soft and will "melt" one into another creating delicious creamy texture.
- Once veggies are cooked add chopped savoy cabbage or other leafy greens and drained canned beans. Add more water if needed. Give a nice stir and cook for another 15 minutes.
- As a last step, add pasta or rice. Let cook for 5-15 more minutes depending on how long pasta or rice will take to cook.
- If you're not planning to serve minestrone right away, don't add pasta or rice immediately.Instead, bring the soup to a boil when you're ready to serve it and then add pasta or rice.
- Minestrone is ready to serve when pasta (rice) is cooked. I takes about 5-6 minutes for ditalini pasta and about 15 minutes for rice.
- Serve hot or warm generously topped with fresh grated Parmesan cheese.
CLASSIC MINESTRONE SOUP
Minestrone is a hearty, traditional Italian soup typically made with beans, pasta and lots of vegetables. Enjoy the slow-cooked flavor in just about 30 minutes.
Provided by College Inn® Broths and Stocks
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips College Inn® Broths and Stocks
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook onion, carrot, celery, garlic and rosemary until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce, beans and 2 1/2 cups water. Add broth, zucchini, pasta and pepper; bring to a simmer. Cook, uncovered, 10 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in parsley. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese and additional parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1220.5 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
MINESTRONE SOUP WITH PASTA, BEANS AND VEGETABLES
For a taste of home-stewed comfort, ladle up a bowl of Robin Miller's loaded Minestrone Soup with Pasta, Beans and Vegetables from Food Network.
Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 4h15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a slow cooker, combine broth, tomatoes, beans, carrots, celery, onion, thyme, sage, bay leaves, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
- Thirty minutes before the soup is done cooking, add ditalini, zucchini and spinach. Cover and cook 30 more minutes. Remove bay leaves and season, to taste, with salt and black pepper. Ladle soup into bowls and sprinkle parmesan cheese over top. Garnish with basil, if desired.
MINESTRONE SOUP
Cook up a pot of Ellie Krieger's healthy Minestrone Soup from Food Network, loaded with fresh veggies, pasta and herbs.
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add the celery and carrot and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in the green beans, dried oregano and basil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; cook 3 more minutes.
- Add the diced and crushed tomatoes and the chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in the kidney beans and pasta and cook until the pasta and vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Season with salt. Ladle into bowls and top with the parmesan and chopped basil.
SPILL-THE-BEANS MINESTRONE
A meal in itself, here's a hearty soup from Reuben Tsujimura in Walla Walla, Washington that's chock-full of good-for-you veggies and vitamins. Serve with crunchy breadsticks and no one will even miss the meat!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the broth, beans, tomatoes, kale, water, pasta, Italian seasoning and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle each serving with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
BEANY MINESTRONE SOUP
This soup uses refried beans as a thickener, so the resulting soup is very thick and rich without having to cook all day. Since I almost always have some leftover smashed pinto beans in my refrigerator, I decided to incorporate them into my version of this delicious soup.
Provided by Dr. John McDougall
Categories HarperCollins HarperCollins Soup/Stew Dinner Winter Bean Tomato Potato Pasta Corn Vegetarian Vegan Wheat/Gluten-Free Quick & Easy
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place the onions, garlic, celery, and carrots in a large pot with 1/2 cup of the vegetable broth. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, until the onions are softened. Add the remaining broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, potatoes, refried beans, bay leaf, parsley, basil, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally to smooth out the refried beans. Add the kidney beans, corn, and whole wheat elbows. Continue to cook for 20 minutes. Stir in the chard and balsamic vinegar and cook an additional 10 minutes until the chard is softened. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
EASY DUTCH OVEN MINESTRONE SOUP
This Dutch oven minestrone soup is quick to prepare with shortcut ingredients. Add a salad and a crusty loaf of bread or breadsticks to round out the meal. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine broth, marinara sauce and mixed vegetables. Bring to a boil; add beans, meatballs and spinach. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in tortellini; cook 7 minutes longer. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 1467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
MINESTRONE SOUP II
This is a wonderful minestrone soup that 's filled with tons of vegetables. Feel free to add different vegetables or ingredients. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
Provided by Ann Satler
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Minestrone
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a large stock pot, cook bacon and drain off fat. Add onion, garlic, and beef. When onions are translucent, add celery, carrot, pureed tomatoes, whole tomatoes, broth, condensed soup, water, wine, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Cook for 15 minutes.
- Stir in zucchini, spinach, pasta, garbanzo beans and parsley. Cook for 15 minutes and serve with fresh Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 34.1 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1633.7 mg, Sugar 13.2 g
CLASSIC MINESTRONE
This beloved Italian soup isn't just hearty and healthy -- it's really flexible. Minestrone typically includes lots of leafy greens, other veggies, and beans. Which to choose? You're only limited by the contents of your refrigerator and pantry.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium. Add onion, carrots, celery, red-pepper flakes, rosemary, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to turn golden, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Add tomatoes; cook until some of the liquid evaporates, 1 minute. Add potato, cabbage, cannellini beans, and 7 cups water; bring to a boil. Stir in green beans.
- Reduce to a simmer, and cook until all the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; stir in garlic, if using, and basil. Serve sprinkled with Parmesan and, if using, torn basil. Drizzle with more oil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 8 g
MINESTRONE SOUP WITH NAVY BEANS
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- * Pick over, rinse, and soak beans overnight pour off soaking liquid. (In order to cook the same day, cover dry beans with boiling water soak 1 hour and drain.) In a large kettle combine beans, ham hocks, onions, and water. Cover kettle simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until beans and ham are tender. Remove 4 cups of beans, 1 ham hock, and 1 cup liquid to use for Baked Beans with Ham Hock Use the remainder for the following soup. Note: One pound of dry beans will make 4 cups cooked beans. Soup:*Sauté onion and garlic in oil or fat for 5 minutes. Add basil, Italian herb seasoning, and parsley stir well. Add broth bring to boil. Add vegetables and cook 10 minutes, depending on vegetables used. Keep soup boiling add pasta, beans, and cubed ham. Simmer 15 minutes or until pasta is tender. Add tomato paste, salt, pepper, and dry mustard dissolved in 1 tablespoon water. Adjust seasonings to taste and serve garnished with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
Tips and Conclusion
Minestrone soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that can be made with a variety of ingredients. Here are some tips for making the best minestrone soup:
- Use a variety of vegetables. The more vegetables you use, the more flavorful your soup will be. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different beans. Navy beans are a classic choice for minestrone soup, but you can also use other types of beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, or cannellini beans. If you use larger beans, make sure to cook them until they are tender before adding them to the soup.
- Add some herbs and spices. Herbs and spices can help to add flavor and depth to your soup. Some good options include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, garlic, and pepper.
- Let the soup simmer for a while. The longer you simmer the soup, the more flavorful it will be. Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you have time.
- Serve the soup with a side of bread or salad. Minestrone soup is a hearty soup that can be served as a main course or as a side dish. If you are serving it as a main course, be sure to serve it with a side of bread or salad.
Minestrone soup is a delicious and versatile soup that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and beans, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful soup to make, try minestrone soup.
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