Best 7 Minestre Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey through Italy with our exquisite collection of minestre recipes. Minestre, the enchanting realm of Italian soups, stews, and broths, offers an orchestra of flavors that will warm your heart and soul. From the classic Minestrone alla Genovese, a symphony of vegetables, beans, and pasta, to the hearty Ribollita, a Tuscan masterpiece of leftover bread, vegetables, and beans, our recipes capture the essence of Italian home cooking. Discover the secrets of Pasta e Fagioli, a delightful marriage of pasta, beans, and tomatoes, and savor the rustic charm of Zuppa di Ceci e Bietole, where chickpeas and Swiss chard dance together in a flavorful embrace. Vegetarian or meat lover, our minestre recipes cater to diverse culinary preferences. Dive into the depths of flavor with Carne e Patate, a carnivore's delight of beef, potatoes, and tomatoes, or embark on a vegetarian odyssey with Minestrone di Verdure, an explosion of colorful vegetables in a rich broth. Each recipe is a testament to the culinary artistry of Italy, where fresh ingredients and traditional techniques intertwine to create dishes that transcend time. So, gather your ingredients, ignite your stove, and let the aromas of Italy fill your kitchen as you embark on a culinary adventure with our minestre recipes.

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MINESTRA - BEANS AND GREENS SOUP



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This traditional soup is easy to make and is packed with nutrition and flavor.

Provided by Mary's Nest

Categories     Soups     Soups & Stews

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tbsp Olive oil
1 medium Yellow or white onion, peeled and diced
4 cloves Fresh garlic, chopped fine
1 tsp Salt
3-4 cups Cooked cannellini beans or another white bean, divided
1 quart Chicken bone broth or chicken broth (Vegetable broth or water may be substituted. )
1 head Escarole or other tender green, washed and chopped
Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated (Optional)

Steps:

  • Pour olive oil into the saucepan or soup pot on the stove and turn the heat to medium.
  • Add onion to the heated olive oil, and sauté until the onion is softened and translucent. This process takes 2-3 minutes.
  • Add chopped garlic, and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  • Add the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Add half of the beans to the onion and garlic mixture. Mash the beans. (See video.)
  • Add the chopped escarole to the onion, garlic, and mashed bean mixture, and stir well to incorporate the greens.
  • Add the remaining beans and broth to the pot, stir well, and bring the mixture up to a boil. Next, turn the heat to medium, cover the pot, and allow the soup to simmer for 10 minutes.
  • After 10 minutes, turn off the heat. Your soup is ready to serve, and you can ladle it into soup bowls. If you want, you can also grate cheese on top of the soup.
  • This soup will stay fresh, refrigerated for 3-4 days. Or you can freeze it for up to 3 months.

CLASSIC MINESTRONE SOUP



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Minestrone is a hearty, traditional Italian soup typically made with beans, pasta and lots of vegetables. Enjoy the slow-cooked flavor in just about 30 minutes.

Provided by College Inn® Broths and Stocks

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     College Inn® Broths and Stocks

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup diced onion
¾ cup diced carrot
¾ cup sliced celery
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1 (15 ounce) can Contadina® Tomato Sauce
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups College Inn® Chicken Broth
1 cup diced zucchini
½ cup dry ditalini pasta
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 teaspoon Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook onion, carrot, celery, garlic and rosemary until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato sauce, beans and 2 1/2 cups water. Add broth, zucchini, pasta and pepper; bring to a simmer. Cook, uncovered, 10 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in parsley. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese and additional parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1220.5 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

CLASSIC MINESTRONE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup great northern beans, soaked
1 bay leaf
Sprig of thyme
4 cups beef stock
Rind of a piece of Parmesan cheese-optional
2 cups Italian canned tomatoes and their juice
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups diced potatoes
2 cups zucchini, diced
2 cups shredded savoy cabbage
1 cup small pasta shells
Pesto, for serving

Steps:

  • In a casserole heat the olive oil. Add the onions and cook until golden, about 5 to 7 minutes. Then add the carrots and celery and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Add the beans, bay leaf and thyme and toss for 1 minute. Then add the beef stock, Parmesan rind (if using), plum tomatoes and their juice, and salt and pepper to taste. (Careful with the amount of salt since Parmesan rind will add a salty flavor.) Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour. Add the potatoes, zucchini and savoy cabbage and cook for 20 minutes more or until the vegetables are tender. Finally, add your pasta and cook, covered, for about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper, ladle into bowls and serve with some pesto.

CONTEST-WINNING EASY MINESTRONE



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This minestrone soup recipe is special to me because it's one of the few dinners my entire family loves. And I can feel good about serving it because it's full of nutrition and low in fat. -Lauren Brennan, Hood River, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 large carrots, diced
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups shredded cabbage
1 tablespoon dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni
11 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the carrots, celery and onion in oil and butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the broth, tomato sauce, beans, chickpeas, tomatoes, cabbage, basil, parsley, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add macaroni; cook, uncovered, 6-8 minutes or until macaroni and vegetables are tender., Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with cheese. Freeze option: Before adding cheese, freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINESTRONE



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Vegetables and herbs fresh from my garden make this one of our favorite soups. This recipe makes a lot, so it's perfect for large gatherings or to freeze in smaller containers for fast meals.-Virginia Bauer, Botkins, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h50m

Yield 20 servings (5 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups coarsely chopped onions
1 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups beef broth
2 cups chopped tomatoes or 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
2 cups coarsely chopped cabbage
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
2 teaspoons dried basil or Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1-1/2 cups sliced zucchini
1 cup cut fresh green beans
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup uncooked ditalini or 4 ounces spaghetti, broken into 3-inch pieces
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, saute the onions, celery and parsley in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, cabbage, carrots, basil, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. , In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir into soup along with the zucchini, beans and pasta. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables and pasta are tender. Top each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

MINESTRE



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An delicious peasant Italian stew (Minestre is a somewhat generic term). I learned this originally from my grandmother over 30 years ago and have modified it over the years. My grandmother actually used pig skin, which unless you buy a whole ham and cut the skin off, I'm not sure where to even get pig skin anymore. Anyway, it's remarkably simple to make but surprisingly delicious considering the simplicity. I make it by eye so I have approximated the quantities of all the ingredients below. Eat with crusty bread.

Provided by johnhudock

Categories     Stew

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb smoked ham or 1/2 lb turkey breast
1 lb fresh string bean
3 -4 large potatoes (russets)
3 -4 large garlic cloves
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 -2 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut ham (or turkey) into bite-sized cubes.
  • Peel and cut potatoes into bite-sized cubes.
  • Remove ends from string beans and rinse.
  • Peel and chop garlic.
  • Heat olive oil in large pot of medium high heat.
  • Saute meat in oil until lightly browned.
  • Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add string beans, potatoes, thyme, pepper and salt.
  • Add broth and additional water to just cover.
  • Turn heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.4, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 39, Sodium 1482.1, Carbohydrate 58.6, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 6.1, Protein 22.3

MINESTRA



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This is a very conforting soup my Mum use to make a lot. Unortunately, I don't have her recipe but recently found this one in our local paper, courtesy of Ike DeLorenzo. He suggests using the best sausage you can find for this dish. His choice, cacciatorini, a dry, aged, spicy salami or pork and beef, or salsiccia Napoletana piccante, an excellent dry sausage from Naples. The use of the Parmedan rind flavors the whole soup.

Provided by dojemi

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
1/2 lb dry salami, grated with a large-hole grater (or pepperoni)
2 (32 ounce) packages chicken stock
parmesan cheese, rind (or other hard cheese) (optional)
3 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans (rinsed with cold water)
2 heads escarole (or 1 head excarole mixed with dandelion greens or other greens, coarsely chopped)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 ounces fresh spinach (stemmed)
freshly grated parmesan cheese (for serving)

Steps:

  • In a soup pot over medium heat, heat the oil.
  • Cook garlic, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
  • Add salami (or pepperoni) and cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until it begins to render its fat.
  • Add the chicken stock and cheese rind (if using).
  • Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • In a bowl with a fork, mash about 1 cup of the beans, set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a steamer over boiling water, steam the escarole and other greens for 15 minutes.
  • Add the escarole, red pepper, and cannellini beans (mashed and whole) to the pot.
  • Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes.
  • Add the spinach and cook 5 minutes more or until it wilts.
  • Remove the cheese rind,(if using).
  • Taste the soup for seasoning and add more dalt and pepper, if needed.
  • Ladel into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure that your minestrone is packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. Minestrone is a versatile soup that can be made with a variety of vegetables, beans, and meats. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients to create a unique and delicious soup.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or a salad. This will help to round out the meal and make it more satisfying.

Conclusion:

Minestrone is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its variety of ingredients, minestrone is a soup that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give minestrone a try. You won't be disappointed!

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