Venture into the realm of culinary delights with our vibrant minestrone soup, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty Italian soup, brimming with fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta, is a kaleidoscope of colors and a testament to the bounty of nature's garden. From the classic Minestrone alla Genovese, with its aromatic pesto and tender green beans, to the hearty Minestrone alla Milanese, enriched with flavorful sausage and tangy tomatoes, each recipe in this collection is a culinary journey waiting to be savored. Prepare to be captivated by the rustic charm of Minestrone di Ceci e Verza, where chickpeas and Savoy cabbage harmoniously blend, or indulge in the wholesome goodness of Minestrone di Riso e Fagioli, a Tuscan treasure featuring rice and beans. And for a taste of the sea, immerse yourself in the captivating flavors of Minestrone di Pesce, where succulent seafood mingles with the essence of Mediterranean herbs. Let this culinary adventure transport you to the heart of Italy, where every spoonful of minestrone tells a story of tradition, passion, and the joy of gathering around the table.
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CLASSIC MINESTRONE SOUP
Warm up with this vegetarian minestrone soup! This classic minestrone soup recipe is healthy, easy to make, and tastes incredible. It's vegan, too, if you don't top it with cheese. Recipe yields 6 bowls or 8 cups of soup.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Soup
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Warm 3 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped onion, carrot, celery, tomato paste and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables have softened and the onions are turning translucent, about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Add the seasonal vegetables, garlic, oregano and thyme. Cook until fragrant while stirring frequently, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and their juices, broth and water. Add the salt, bay leaves and red pepper flakes. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper.
- Raise heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil, then partially cover the pot with the lid, leaving about a 1" gap for steam to escape. Reduce heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Cook for 15 minutes, then remove the lid and add the pasta, beans and greens. Continue simmering, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until the the pasta is cooked al dente and the greens are tender.
- Remove the pot from the heat, then remove the bay leaves. Stir in the lemon juice and remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Taste and season with more salt (I usually add about 1/4 teaspoon more) and pepper until the flavors really sing. Garnish bowls of soup with grated Parmesan, if you'd like.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl (made with potatoes and no Parmesan), Calories 298 calories, Sugar 9.7 g, Sodium 924.2 mg, Fat 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 45.6 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 9.8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
OVER-THE-RAINBOW MINESTRONE
This colorful soup is vegetarian-friendly and full of fresh flavors from a rainbow of vegetables. You can use any multicolored pasta in place of the spirals. -Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 6h40m
Yield 10 servings (3-3/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut stems from chard; chop stems and leaves separately. Reserve leaves for adding later. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and chard stems; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker., Stir in broth, tomatoes, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, squash, pepper, carrot and garlic. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are tender, 6-8 hours., Stir in pasta and reserved chard leaves. Cook, covered, on low, until pasta is tender, 20-25 minutes longer; stir in pesto. If desired, serve with additional pesto, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes and fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 1015mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
THE BEST MINESTRONE
While it's positively packed with vegetables, this soup is still hearty and filling. We rendered the fat from pancetta and used it to cook the vegetables to add more depth of flavor. The addition of white beans and pasta help make it a meal.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat has rendered and the meat is golden brown on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer the pancetta with a slotted spoon to a large bowl, leaving the fat in the pot.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the carrots, celery, onions, garlic, bay leaves, red pepper flakes, 4 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender but not browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the potatoes and zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Return the pancetta to the pot, stir in the tomatoes and 8 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are just tender, about 20 minutes.
- Add the kale, beans and their liquid and pasta and continue to cook until the pasta is cooked through and the kale is tender, about 10 minutes. Discard the bay leaves and season with more salt and pepper if necessary. Serve with grated Parmesan.
COLORFUL MINESTRONE
Butternut squash, a leek and fresh kale make my minestrone different from most others. Not only do ingredients like this help keep the fat grams down, but they create a lovely blend of flavors.-Tiffany Anderson-Taylor, Gulfport, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 7h10m
Yield 10 servings (3-3/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion, leek and pancetta until onion is tender, about 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in all remaining ingredients except beans., Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are tender, 6-8 hours., Stir in beans. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEN MINESTRONE
Minestrone is literally a BIG soup. This one tastes like it simmered all day.
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat a soup pot over medium high heat. Add oil and pancetta or prosciutto. Saute 2 minutes and add onions, celery, garlic, zucchini and bay to the pot. Season vegetables with salt and pepper, to your taste. Saute vegetables 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add white beans, garbanzo beans and chicken broth to the pot. Cover soup and bring to a boil. Add pasta and green beans to the soup and cook 8 minutes, or until pasta is just tender. Stir in spinach to wilt, 1 minute. Stir in grated cheese and ladle soup into bowls. Top soup with torn or shredded basil or chopped parsley.
CLASSIC MINESTRONE
This famous Italian soup has been much imitated around the world with very different results. The homemade version is a delicious revelation and is also extremely healthy, as it has pasta, beans and fresh vegetables. Try to make the minestrone a day early and refrigerate as this improves the flavors. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Minestrone
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan, over medium heat. Add leek, carrots, zucchini, green beans and celery. Cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
- Stir in the stock, tomatoes and thyme. Bring to a boil, then replace the lid, and reduce heat to low; simmer gently for 30 minutes.
- Stir in the cannellini beans with liquid and pasta. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until pasta is al dente. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 470.9 mg, Sugar 7.8 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will give your minestrone the best flavor and texture.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. There are many different types of vegetables that can be used in minestrone, so feel free to mix and match until you find a combination that you like.
- Use a good quality broth. The broth is the base of your minestrone, so it's important to use a good one. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
- Season your minestrone to taste. Minestrone should be flavorful, but not too salty. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
- Let your minestrone simmer for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Conclusion:
Minestrone is a delicious and versatile soup that can be enjoyed all year long. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup to make, give minestrone a try.
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