QUICK MINESTRONE
Minestrone doesn't have to be a long-simmering project. Adding pancetta means that the soup develops full flavor quickly, and the vegetables stay tender and tasty. To jump-start the recipe, use a food processor to get the soup base going, and then start prepping the vegetables. Canned beans are great for this recipe, but don't use other canned or frozen vegetables here -- the key to a good minestrone is the fusion of the fresh vegetable flavors.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories soups and stews, main course
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make the soup base: In a medium-size heavy soup pot, combine the oil and pancetta over medium-low heat to slowly render the fat and cook the pancetta, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the onion or shallots, celery and carrot. Pulse until finely chopped. Add to pot with cooked pancetta and adjust heat so the vegetables soften and cook without browning, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add the other vegetables: Stirring after each addition, add the kale or cabbage, celery, carrots, zucchini, beans and tomatoes. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Add the stock and 1 cup water (or, if you prefer a soup that's not as thick, add additional stock to taste, up to 2 cups). Add the herb sprigs. Cover, raise the heat and bring to a full boil. Uncover, lower the heat to a bubbly simmer, and cook 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper. Remove the herb sprigs.
- Serve in bowls, drizzling a little olive oil and sprinkling a big pinch of cheese over each serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 325, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 743 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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pl@gmail.comThis soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's so easy to make. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
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t47@yahoo.comI've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's so easy to make. I love that I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand.
Naim Shah
s-n@hotmail.co.ukThis soup is delicious and so easy to make! I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.
Ahmad Altrsh
ahmad-a4@hotmail.comI love this minestrone soup! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I especially love the addition of the pesto. It gives the soup a really nice flavor.
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m.i@yahoo.comThis soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's so easy to make. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
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parks_s@yahoo.comI've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's so easy to make. I love that I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand.
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davis-p86@yahoo.comI love this minestrone soup! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I especially love the addition of the pesto. It gives the soup a really nice flavor.
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s1028@yahoo.comThis soup is delicious and so easy to make! I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.
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mu@yahoo.comI love this minestrone soup! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I especially love the addition of the pesto. It gives the soup a really nice flavor.
K Ramakrishna
ramakrishnak22@yahoo.comThis soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's so easy to make. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
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zaakir_a@hotmail.comI've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's so easy to make. I love that I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand.
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o-lyrical44@yahoo.comThis soup is delicious and so easy to make! I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.
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