Best 4 Potato Minestrone Recipes

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Potato Minestrone is a classic Italian soup that is hearty, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. It is made with a variety of ingredients, including potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, tomatoes, and beans. The soup is typically seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs such as basil, oregano, and thyme. Potato Minestrone can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.

This article provides three delicious Potato Minestrone recipes:

* **Classic Potato Minestrone:** This recipe is a traditional Italian Potato Minestrone made with fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta. It is hearty and flavorful, and it is sure to warm you up on a cold day.


* **Tuscan Potato Minestrone:** This recipe is a Tuscan variation on Potato Minestrone. It features kale, potatoes, and cannellini beans. It is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


* **Quick and Easy Potato Minestrone:** This recipe is a quick and easy version of Potato Minestrone that is perfect for busy weeknights. It uses canned beans and frozen vegetables, so it can be made in just 30 minutes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SWEET POTATO MINESTRONE



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This soup is full of healthy antioxidants. A very hearty soup for a cold winter night! I serve it with hot garlic bread. If you are lucky enough to have leftovers, it's great the next day!

Provided by STORMYWOMAN

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 large stalks celery, chopped
2 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
salt and pepper to taste
1 (28 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
5 cups vegetable broth
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
2 large carrots, sliced thin
6 ounces green beans, cut into 1 inch pieces
5 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a soup pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion, celery, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, with the juice, broth, sweet potatoes, carrots, green beans and garlic. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 610.6 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

POTATO MINESTRONE



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Let the aroma of this savory soup waft through your home while you get ready for the holidays. I only have to slice some bread and prepare a salad to have dinner ready. For a thicker soup, mash half of the garbanzo beans before adding them to the slow cooker. -Paula Zsiray, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h40m

Yield 12 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken or vegetable broth
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
2 cups frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 cups frozen peas and carrots, thawed

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 13 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. Stir in spinach and the peas and carrots; cook 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 916mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

HASH BROWN POTATO MINESTRONE SOUP



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Minestrone soup with hash brown potatoes.

Provided by amberleek

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Minestrone

Time 8h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can beef broth
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
2 cups frozen peas and carrots, thawed
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans, hash brown potatoes, garbanzo beans, beef broth, dried onion, parsley, salt, oregano, garlic powder, basil, and marjoram in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours. Stir in peas, carrots, and spinach. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 856.9 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

SWEET POTATO MINESTRONE



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I don't cook as much now that our daughters are on their own. But when I do, this is the recipe I reach for.-Helen Vail, Glenside, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 14 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef or vegetable broth
3 cups water
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
6 cups shredded cabbage
1 package (7 ounces) small pasta shells
2 cups frozen peas

Steps:

  • In a soup kettle, combine the broth, water, sweet potatoes, onion, garlic and Italian seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Return to a boil. Add the cabbage, pasta and peas; cook for 8-10 minutes or until the pasta and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, leeks, potatoes, and zucchini.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. Italian seasoning, thyme, rosemary, and basil are all good choices. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of pesto or grated Parmesan cheese. This will add a delicious finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Potato minestrone is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. This classic Italian soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It is also a very versatile soup, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. If you like a more hearty soup, you can add more vegetables or beans. If you like a more flavorful soup, you can add more herbs or spices. And if you like a creamy soup, you can add a dollop of pesto or grated Parmesan cheese. No matter how you make it, potato minestrone is a delicious and satisfying soup that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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