Minestrone Soup Recipe

Minestrone Soup Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or elbow macaroni)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Sauté Vegetables:

   • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.

2. Add Zucchini and Green Beans:

   • Add diced zucchini and chopped green beans to the pot. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

3. Stir in Tomatoes and Beans:

   • Stir in diced tomatoes and drained kidney beans. Mix well.

4. Add Pasta and Broth:

   • Add small pasta and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.

5. Season:

   • Season the minestrone soup with dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.

6. Add Leafy Greens:

   • Stir in chopped spinach or kale. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the greens are wilted.

7. Serve:

   • Ladle the minestrone soup into bowls. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil or parsley.

Enjoy this hearty and flavorful minestrone soup, a classic Italian dish filled with a variety of vegetables and pasta!

Useful properties:
Spices - reduce blood sugar levels.
Vegetables - help strengthen joints.