PESTO MINESTRONE

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Natalie Cataldo relies on store-bought pesto to provide mild flavor to this chunky tortellini and vegetable soup. "It's a hit in my house," says the Des Moines, Iowa cook. "If you don't like zucchini, use another vegetable," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2-1/4 cups water
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 cups diced zucchini
2 tablespoons prepared pesto

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, mixed vegetables, broth, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes. , Add the tortellini, zucchini and pesto. Simmer, uncovered, 7-9 minutes longer or until pasta and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1063mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Mehadi Hasan
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but this recipe was still really good. The soup was very flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Jomaia Ghamdi
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This soup is my new favorite! It's so flavorful and comforting.


Fadi Ali
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Zunta
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This was a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I used frozen vegetables and it still turned out great.


md.Anowar Hossen
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I've never had minestrone before, but this recipe was a great introduction. It was easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Osama Aljamry
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I'm not a huge fan of minestrone, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The pesto added a nice flavor and the soup was very hearty and filling.


Sean Reece
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Delicious!


Aadan Muxumad
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Meh.


Ayaz Malik
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my friends and they all loved it. It was easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Sajjid Khan
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The soup was very flavorful and the pesto added a nice touch. I served it with some crusty bread and it was a perfect meal.


Raja Tamoor
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I had to add some extra salt and pepper to make it more flavorful. Overall, it was an okay recipe but I probably won't make it again.


STEPHEN AMEH
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I've made this minestrone a few times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I love the addition of the pesto, it really takes the soup to the next level. I highly recommend this recipe!


Odunayo Bolakale
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This was such a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I made it for my family and they loved it. The flavors were amazing and the soup was very hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again!