Welcome to the world of flavors with our guide to creating a spruced-up slow cooker minestrone soup that will tantalize your taste buds. This wholesome and hearty soup is infused with the goodness of fresh seasonal vegetables, beans, and herbs, all simmered together in a rich and flavorful broth. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, we'll take you on a culinary journey, providing step-by-step instructions, tips, and variations to cater to your preferences. Get ready to transform your slow cooker into a culinary haven and enjoy a comforting and nutritious soup that's perfect for any occasion.
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HEARTY SLOW COOKER MINESTRONE SOUP
Incredibly flavorful and rich, this minestrone soup is every bit as hearty as it is beautiful. Made easily in the slow cooker, this soup is perfect for a busy weeknight!
Provided by The Chunky Chef
Categories Main Course
Time 6h20m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Add first 15 ingredients to 6 quart or larger slow cooker. Stir to combine, cover, and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
- 30 minutes before you want to serve the soup, add zucchini and ditalini pasta, stir, cover and cook on HIGH for 20-25 minutes.
- 5 minutes before serving, add in frozen green beans and baby spinach, stir, cover and cook on HIGH for 5 minutes.
- When serving, if desired, grate parmesan cheese over the soup and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 1 g, Sodium 1556 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SLOW-COOKER MINESTRONE
There's nothing quite like the comfort of warm homemade soup, and it's even better when your slow cooker does most of the work for you! This slow-cooker minestrone is easy to put together but has all the flavor of a high-effort dish. -Erin Raatjes, New Lenox, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 6h50m
Yield 12 servings (4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Combine the first 13 ingredients in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender. Stir in beans, zucchini and pasta. Cook, covered, on high about 30 minutes longer, until pasta is tender. Discard bay leaves. If desired, top with grated Parmesan cheese. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 813mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
HEARTY SLOW COOKER MINESTRONE SOUP
"I picked up this recipe in California in the '80s and have been making it ever since. I love it partly because it's simple to put together and partly because the flavor is so wonderful!" Bonnie Hosman - Young, AZ
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 6h40m
Yield 7 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender., Stir in the beans, spinach and macaroni. Cover and cook 15 minutes longer or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese. Freeze option: Cool soup and transfer to freezer containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. To use frozen soup, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Transfer to a saucepan. Cover and cook over medium heat until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 974mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
SLOW COOKER MINESTRONE SOUP
The best, classic easy homemade slow cooker minestrone soup recipe that's loaded with Italian flavors. Chock full of delicious beans and vegetables - it's comfort food at its best!
Provided by Abeer Rizvi
Categories Main Course
Time 4h40m
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a slow cooker, add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, parmesan cheese, vegetable broth, water, carrots, celery, onions, garlic, ginger, oregano, rosemary, Italian seasoning, bay leaf, salt and pepper.
- Cook on Low heat for 6-8 hours or High heat for 3-4 hours.
- Add red kidney beans, Northern beans, zucchini, pasta and cook on High heat for an additional 20- 25 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in the spinach, green beans and cook for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 816 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SPRUCED-UP SLOW COOKER MINESTRONE SOUP
Easy, hearty, slow cooker minestrone soup. We like to top ours with Cheddar cheese and serve with cornbread. It's even better the second day and leftovers freeze well.
Provided by crandolph
Time 4h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Transfer beef to a slow cooker.
- Add pinto beans, minestrone soup, corn, green beans, diced tomatoes, and diced tomatoes and green chiles. Stir and close the lid.
- Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 35.6 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1285.3 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
CREAMY SLOW COOKER MINESTRONE SOUP
My husband bought me a mixed bag of vegetables that I wasn't exactly sure what to do with, so I made myself the perfect soup to warm up with on a cold snowy day.
Provided by CookingWithJessieiii
Categories Vegetable
Time 6h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pour 1 can red kidney beans, 1 can crushed tomato, and 1 can tomato sauce in crockpot.
- Dice all vegetables into small cubes, and dump into crock pot.
- Pour in chicken stock until about 3/4 full, and stir everything together.
- Turn crock pot on high and let sit until the vegetables are tender (approximately 5 hours).
- Add noodles, and let cook for about a half hour or until they are to the density of your liking.
- Stir in shredded cheese, and 1/2 block of cream cheese. Let simmer until melted and enjoy!
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.7, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 22.7, Sodium 582.8, Carbohydrate 41.6, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 4.2, Protein 14.4
SLOW COOKER VEGETARIAN MINESTRONE
Slow cooking this family favorite soup allows all the flavors and spices to intensify and delivers a delicious, hearty meal every one is sure to enjoy. Serve with a green salad and garlic bread for dipping.
Provided by laura
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Minestrone
Time 6h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine vegetable broth, tomatoes, kidney beans, onion, celery, carrots, green beans, zucchini, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, thyme, and black pepper in a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain.
- Stir spinach and macaroni into minestrone; cook another 15 minutes. Top with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 940.5 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
SLOW COOKER MINESTRONE SOUP
On a busy, day, I start cooking this soup in the morning before work. When I return home, the aroma is fantastic and dinner is ready. Easy, delicious & hearty!
Provided by MasakoHI
Categories Spaghetti
Time 10h20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare meat and vegetables.
- In a 4 quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients including spices. Cook on Low for 9 to 10 hours.
- If you don't have alphabet macaroni use broken pieces of spagetti.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.6, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 612.2, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 25.5
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables for a more flavorful soup. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, tomatoes, zucchini, and potatoes.
- Add some beans or lentils for extra protein and fiber. Canned beans can be added directly to the slow cooker, while dried beans should be soaked overnight before being added.
- Use a flavorful broth as the base of your soup. Chicken broth, vegetable broth, or beef broth are all good options.
- Add some herbs and spices to taste. Some good options include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, garlic, and pepper.
- Cook the soup on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. The longer the soup cooks, the more flavorful it will be.
- Serve the soup with a crusty bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
Minestrone soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and nutritious meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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