CLASSIC MINESTRONE

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This is a wonderful Italian soup that has been perfected over the years by my family (note that we are not Italian). It's easy, fresh and light. Just perfect for brunch.

Provided by MizEmerilLagasse

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large leek, thinly sliced
2 carrots, chopped
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
3/4 cup green beans, halved
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 1/4 cups vegetable stock or 6 1/4 cups water
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 (14 ounce) can cannellini beans or 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans
2 ounces macaroni
salt and pepper
finely grated parmesan cheese (to garnish)
fresh parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Place the first 6 ingredients into a large saucepan and heat until sizzling, then cover, lower the heat and sweat the veggies for 15 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
  • Add the stock or water, tomatoes, herbs and seasoning.
  • Bring to a boil, replace the lid and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
  • Add the canned beans and their liquid together with the pasta and simmer for 10 minutes more.
  • Check the seasonings and serve hot, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and parsley, if using.

Amos Kabila
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This soup is so easy to make and so delicious. The broth is flavorful and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out great.


Sp Palash
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I received many compliments on the recipe. The soup was hearty and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone l


jafrizza
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This was a great soup! I used a variety of vegetables, including carrots, celery, onions, zucchini, and tomatoes. I also added some leftover cooked chicken to the soup for extra protein. The soup was delicious and filling, and it's sure to become a r


Super_ Ferret_
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I loved this recipe! It was so easy to make and so delicious. The soup was hearty and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make minestrone soup.


Keira Renna
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This was a great recipe. Very flavorful and easy to make. I added some Italian sausage and cooked it with the vegetables. It was a big hit with my family.


David Baskwony
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I've made this minestrone soup several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out great. This is definitely one of my favorite s


Sandy Wood
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I made this minestrone soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I received many compliments on the recipe. The soup was hearty and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe


Denzel Moses
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This minestrone soup was a hit with my whole family. It was easy to make and packed with flavor. I used a variety of vegetables, including carrots, celery, onions, zucchini, and tomatoes. I also added some leftover cooked chicken to the soup for extr


Leo Messi10
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I'm not usually a fan of minestrone soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of vegetables, beans, and pasta was perfect, and the broth was rich and flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the pesto, which gave the soup a nice dep


Jeffrey Thurston
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My family and I loved this minestrone! During summer, we grow most of the vegetables in our backyard, and this recipe was the perfect way to use them up. It was packed with vegetables, and the broth was so flavorful. I added a touch of extra garlic a


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