CLASSIC MINESTRONE

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This is a wonderful Italian soup that has been perfected over the years by my family (note that we are not Italian). It's easy, fresh and light. Just perfect for brunch.

Provided by MizEmerilLagasse

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large leek, thinly sliced
2 carrots, chopped
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
3/4 cup green beans, halved
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 1/4 cups vegetable stock or 6 1/4 cups water
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 (14 ounce) can cannellini beans or 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans
2 ounces macaroni
salt and pepper
finely grated parmesan cheese (to garnish)
fresh parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Place the first 6 ingredients into a large saucepan and heat until sizzling, then cover, lower the heat and sweat the veggies for 15 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
  • Add the stock or water, tomatoes, herbs and seasoning.
  • Bring to a boil, replace the lid and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
  • Add the canned beans and their liquid together with the pasta and simmer for 10 minutes more.
  • Check the seasonings and serve hot, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and parsley, if using.

Feona Gittens
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I love the fact that this soup is so versatile. I can add any vegetables I have on hand.


lil yadi
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This soup is a lifesaver on a cold night.


SRK MUSIC PORJEKT
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now my favorite soup recipe.


Seyfedin Abdureman
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's so warm and satisfying.


Mkoko Shabani
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful.


Haker Man
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This is my go-to soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


NELSON ABARUHUKIRWE
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Danyal Jolar302
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This soup is amazing! I love the combination of flavors and the vegetables are so tender.


Zareen Khan
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Rani begum Begum
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Rehab khan Khan1234
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I love the fact that this soup is so versatile. I can add any vegetables I have on hand.


Aktar Mallick
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This soup is a lifesaver on a cold night.


Kelvin Jumah
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now my favorite soup recipe.


ALI ZAFAR
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's so warm and satisfying.


Mian Sunny
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful.


Lashey Humphry
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This is my go-to soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ashley Arnold
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


israrkhan durrani
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This soup is amazing! I love the combination of flavors and the vegetables are so tender.


Aria Martinez
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ray Nadeem Hassan
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The soup was flavorful and hearty, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


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