CLASSIC MINESTRONE

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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

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving (optional)
1 medium red onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
1 large celery stalk, diced
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary, or 1/4 teaspoon dried
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 can (14.5 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes, drained and finely chopped
1 large potato, peeled and diced
1/4 head Savoy or green cabbage (1/2 pound), cored and thinly sliced
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil, plus torn leaves for serving (optional)
3/4 cup grated Parmesan, for serving

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

Tirelo Montshwe
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This soup is amazing! I made it for my friends last week and they couldn't stop raving about it. The soup is so flavorful and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Rafkad Hossen
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! The soup is so flavorful and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Kimm Nordman
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add whatever vegetables you have on hand and it will still be delicious.


Ammar Jadoon
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I'm not a big fan of minestrone soup, but this recipe changed my mind. This soup is so delicious and flavorful. I love the combination of vegetables and the broth is so rich and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Shakir Awan
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This soup is amazing! I made it for my friends last week and they couldn't stop raving about it. The soup is so flavorful and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Bulelwa Limetyeni
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! The soup is so flavorful and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Brittany
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add whatever vegetables you have on hand and it will still be delicious.


Scrivener Mwape
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I'm not a big fan of minestrone soup, but this recipe changed my mind. This soup is so delicious and flavorful. I love the combination of vegetables and the broth is so rich and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Esmae Yaya
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This soup is amazing! I made it for my friends last week and they couldn't stop raving about it. The soup is so flavorful and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Nischhal Raj Subba
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! The soup is so flavorful and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Khawar Raza
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add whatever vegetables you have on hand and it will still be delicious.


Dudu Tembe
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I'm not a big fan of minestrone soup, but this recipe changed my mind. This soup is so delicious and flavorful. I love the combination of vegetables and the broth is so rich and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Ruhan Gaming
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This soup is amazing! I made it for my friends last week and they couldn't stop raving about it. The soup is so flavorful and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Adham Haitham
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I've been making this minestrone soup for years and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand. This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


MD AKTARUL ISLAM
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This minestrone soup is delicious and hearty! I made it for my family last night and they loved it. The soup is full of flavor and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


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