For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini, green beans, or spinach. If you don't have elbow macaroni, any small pasta shape will work well. For a richer flavor, add a Parmesan cheese rind to the soup while it simmers. Remove before serving. This soup tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have had time to meld.
Hearty Minestrone Soup
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 40 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS1.6K
Embrace the comforting flavors of Italy with this vibrant Minestrone Soup! Packed with fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and tender pasta, all simmered in a rich tomato broth. A truly satisfying and customizable meal perfect for any season.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate41 g
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Cholesterol6 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium766 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 4 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed stockpot or Dutch oven, melt the margarine over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Pour in the chicken broth, followed by the cannellini beans, stewed tomatoes (breaking them up slightly with a spoon), cubed potatoes, shredded cabbage, dried parsley, tomato paste, minced garlic, and salt. Stir well to combine. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer gently until the vegetables are tender, approximately 1 hour.
04 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Add the elbow macaroni to the soup and continue to simmer, covered, until the pasta is cooked through, about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
05 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish generously with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.
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Therese Kuvalis
May 9, 2025I doubled the recipe and froze half for later. It was just as delicious after thawing!
Devyn Fadel
Jul 18, 2024This is my go-to minestrone recipe! So easy to customize with whatever veggies I have on hand.
Emmanuel Grimes
May 10, 2022The Parmesan rind trick is a game changer! Adds so much depth of flavor.
Jeremy Heathcote
Jan 30, 2022My kids even loved it! I pureed a small amount of the soup to thicken it and they didn't even notice the veggies.