How to Make Classic Minestrone - A Step-by-Step Guide

Minestrone is a classic Italian soup that is hearty, comforting, and full of flavor. With a variety of vegetables, beans, and pasta, it makes for a satisfying and nutritious meal. This versatile soup can be made with whatever vegetables are in season, making it a perfect dish for just about any time of the year.

Traditional minestrone recipes vary from region to region in Italy, but they all have one thing in common - they are delicious! This recipe for Classic Minestrone brings togeth...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 leek, sliced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ quarts vegetable stock
  • 1 pound chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, undrained
  • ¼ cup elbow macaroni
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add leek, carrots, zucchini, green beans, and celery. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
  • Uncover and stir in stock, tomatoes, and thyme; bring to a boil. Cover again, reduce the heat to low, and simmer gently for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in undrained cannellini beans and pasta. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until pasta is tender yet firm to the bite. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
  • Nutrition

    320 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 471mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 153mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1206mg