MAIN-DISH MINESTRONE

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Colorful vegetables and tender pasta swimming in a flavorful broth is a one-pan dinner with mass appeal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup water
1 cup chopped onions
2 small unpeeled red potatoes, cubed (1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 box (9 oz) frozen spinach
1/4 cup uncooked rosamarina or orzo pasta (1 1/2 oz) or 1/4 cup broken spaghetti (1 oz)
2 cans (14 oz each) chicken broth
1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (8 oz) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In 4-quart nonstick saucepan or Dutch oven, heat water to boiling over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add potatoes, carrot, celery, bell pepper and garlic; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat; simmer about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes and pasta are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 Cup), Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Chinan Kris
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This soup looks delicious. I'm going to make it this weekend.


Warren Ochieng
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Can't wait to try this!


Mayda Ahmed
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This is a great recipe. Thanks for sharing!


eyad the lighting
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I'll definitely be making this again.


Jessy Saul
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Delicious!


Jeff Stengel
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This soup was amazing! The broth was rich and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Darnell Lee Clinejr
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The soup was flavorful and hearty, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Ch Qesqr
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This soup was delicious! The broth was flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the pesto.


Owusu George
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This soup was easy to make and very tasty. I used a variety of vegetables that I had on hand, and it turned out great. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tony Wind
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I'm not a big fan of minestrone soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The soup was light and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jonathan Commey
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This soup was delicious! I used fresh vegetables from my garden and it really made a difference. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


ruthncobile ngambi
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's hearty and flavorful, and the leftovers are even better the next day.


David Goosen
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This minestrone soup was a hit with my family! The broth was flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the pesto, which gave the soup a nice depth of flavor.