How to Make Prosciutto Fave Minestrone alla Riso - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to our kitchen! Today, we're excited to share with you a delightful and hearty Italian recipe for Prosciutto Fave Minestrone alla Riso. This minestrone soup is a comforting and filling dish that is perfect for the colder months, and it's packed with delicious flavors and nutritious ingredients. Whether you're a fan of Italian cuisine or simply looking for a new soup recipe to try, this Prosciutto Fave Minestrone alla Riso is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

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Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ pound bacon, chopped
  • ¾ cup diced cooked ham
  • 3 large stalks celery, thinly sliced, leaves reserved and chopped
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 carrots, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 quart chicken broth
  • ⅔ cup brown rice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cranberry beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, drained
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • In a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon in olive oil until brown. Stir in ham and cook a few minutes more. Stir in celery (reserve the leaves), onion and carrot and cook until vegetables are tender, 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  • Stir in tomatoes, broth, rice, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes, or until vegetables are soft and rice is nearly tender.
  • Stir in cranberry beans and white beans and heat through. Stir in parsley and celery leaves and remove from heat. Serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    283 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 13mg
    • Sodium: 505mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 91mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 643mg