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Easy Recipes: Hearty Minestrone Soup

Easy Recipes: Hearty Minestrone Soup

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Warm your soul with our Easy Recipes: Hearty Minestrone Soup, a delightful Italian classic that’s both nourishing and satisfying. This vibrant soup combines a medley of fresh vegetables, nutrient-rich beans, and hearty pasta, making it an ideal dish for family dinners or cozy nights in. With its quick preparation and customizable ingredients, you can whip up this comforting meal in no time. Enjoy the rich flavors and textures that come together in this wholesome bowl of goodness.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini)
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • Seasonings: dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in chopped zucchini, green beans, diced tomatoes, and drained cannellini beans.
  5. Season with dried oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil over high heat.
  7. Reduce heat to low; simmer for about 15 minutes.
  8. Add small pasta; cook until al dente (about 10 minutes).
  9. Stir in baby spinach; cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted.
  10. Serve hot in bowls.

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