Deliciously Hearty Minestrone Soup to Warm You Up

What is Minestrone Soup?

Minestrone soup is a classic Italian dish that’s bursting with flavors and packed with vegetables. This wholesome soup typically includes a variety of seasonal vegetables, beans, and pasta, making it not just a meal but a hearty feast. Perfect for cold days or whenever you crave something comforting, this soup offers a delicious way to sneak in your daily servings of veggies!

Ingredients You’ll Need

This recipe is easy to make and doesn’t require any obscure ingredients. For this minestrone soup, you will need:

• 4 tablespoons butter

• 3/4 cup chopped onion

• 1/4 cup chopped celery

• 1/2 cup chopped carrots (softened)

• 1/2 cup shredded cabbage

• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes (crushed)

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 2 quarts chicken broth

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tablespoons dried parsley

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans

• 1/2 cup ditalini pasta (or elbow macaroni)

• 1 1/2 cups cubed potatoes

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

How to Make Minestrone Soup

Now that you have your ingredients ready, let’s dive into the steps to create this wonderful minestrone soup!

1. Firstly, melt butter in a heavy pot over medium heat.

2. Add the chopped onions, celery, and carrots into the pot; sauté for a few minutes until the onions become translucent.

3. Next, add the cabbage, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, minced garlic, dried parsley, and salt to the mix.

4. Bring everything to a boil, cover it up, and then reduce the heat to let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

5. Finally, stir in the cannellini beans, ditalini pasta, and cubed potatoes, and let it simmer for an additional 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

6. Serve hot with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top!

This minestrone soup is not only healthy and filling but also allows for flexibility—feel free to add any other vegetables you have on hand or make it vegetarian by opting for vegetable broth. Enjoy this warming recipe any time you need a comfort meal!

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