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Easy Recipes: Hearty Minestrone Soup

Easy Recipes: Hearty Minestrone Soup
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Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Easy Recipes: Hearty Minestrone Soup, a delightful Italian classic that’s perfect for any occasion. This vibrant soup is brimming with an assortment of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and tender pasta, providing a nourishing meal that the whole family will appreciate. With its customizable ingredients, you can easily adapt this recipe to highlight seasonal produce or use up what you have on hand. In just 45 minutes, you can serve a bowl of this wholesome goodness that not only satisfies your cravings but also boosts your nutritional intake with every spoonful.

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
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
  3. Add chopped carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in zucchini, green beans, diced tomatoes, and cannellini beans.
  5. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  8. Add small pasta and cook until tender (about 10 minutes).
  9. Stir in baby spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
  10. Serve hot alongside crusty bread or a side salad.

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