LUCINDA'S MINESTRONE
Adding a rind of Parmesan cheese brings a rich flavor to this meatless soup.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, the onion, and garlic in a large heavy-bottomed soup pot over medium heat. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the zucchini and the celery and keep cooking, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes more. Add another tablespoon of the olive oil and the cauliflower and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, as the vegetables slowly begin to soften. Stir in the green beans, cabbage, and remaining olive oil and cook, stirring occasionally, for another 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and 2 cups water and simmer until all of the vegetables are softened, 5 to 8 minutes more.
- Add the salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese rind and stir. Add more water if needed for the desired consistency -- it should be very thick. Cover and simmer 30 minutes. Add the chickpeas and basil sprigs and cook until chickpeas are heated through, 5 to 6 minutes. Serve in bowls with the Parmesan cheese grated over top and freshly ground pepper, and drizzle with olive oil.
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Kassy Valdes
[email protected]Overall, this was a good recipe. The soup was flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
Nhor Ampuan
[email protected]This soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I added some extra broth to thin it out.
Gina Dotson
[email protected]The vegetables in this soup were undercooked. I had to simmer it for an extra 30 minutes to get them to soften.
Agaba Solomon
[email protected]This soup was way too salty for my taste. I had to add a lot of water to dilute it.
BLINK BLACHPINK
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my soup turned out watery and bland. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Renee Saayman
[email protected]This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper and it improved it a bit, but it still wasn't as flavorful as I would have liked.
Richard Comer
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of minestrone, but this recipe was really good. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Nazir khan Nazir khan
[email protected]This soup was delicious! The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
SYED SHABUJ
[email protected]This minestrone was easy to make and very flavorful. I used a variety of vegetables that I had on hand and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this soup again.
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[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again.
Nabil 12
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The soup was thick and hearty, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Mark Reader
[email protected]This soup was delicious! I used fresh vegetables from my garden and it really made a difference. The pesto was also a great addition.
MD shojon Isalm
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of minestrone, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making it again.
Ezekiel Nzimande
[email protected]This minestrone was a hit with my family! The flavors were well-balanced and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the pesto, which gave the soup a nice depth of flavor.