DINNER IN 45 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
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Step 1
Fry the onion, carrots and celery in the oil until soft, then add the garlic and herbs.
DINNER IN 45 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
SOUP · LUNCH
Minestrone Soup
Hearty Italian minestrone with vegetables, beans and pasta. Serves 6 in 45 minutes.
Total time45 min
YieldServes 6
DietVegetarian
Shopping15 ingredients
DifficultyEasy
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Step 2
Add the baby marrow, tomatoes and stock and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Step 3
Add the beans and pasta and simmer for 10 minutes until the pasta is tender.
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Step 4
Stir in the spinach or cabbage until wilted, season and serve with grated Parmesan.
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Use whatever vegetables you have.
The pasta absorbs liquid as it stands, so add water when reheating.
Leave out the Parmesan for a vegan soup.
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Small shapes such as macaroni, ditalini or broken spaghetti.
Yes, ideally without the pasta. Add it when reheating.
This version is. Some recipes add bacon or pancetta.
About this recipe
Minestrone is a hearty Italian vegetable soup with beans and small pasta. It is a good way to use up vegetables and makes a meal on its own.
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