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The Best Classic Minestrone Soup

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Classic minestrone is the ultimate comfort soup, brimming with a medley of fresh vegetables, tender beans, and pasta in a rich tomato broth. This Italian staple is as versatile as it is delicious, making it a go-to for a satisfying meal any time of the year.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 3 ribs celery, chopped
  • 1 medium Vidalia Onion, chopped (may substitute white onion)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 small can tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 yellow squash, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green beans, chopped into 1″ pieces (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup chopped spinach (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 medium potato, chopped (russet or Yukon work well)
  • 1 small can of navy beans
  • 1 small can of kidney beans
  • 2 ounces ditalini pasta (or other small pasta)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat.  Add the carrots, celery, onion, kosher salt, and fresh ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
  2. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.  Stir in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes.  Mix well to evenly distribute the tomato paste.
  3. Add the zucchini, squash, green beans spinach, potato, navy beans, and kidney beans.  Stir to combine.  Simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  4. Add the pasta to the pot, cook and additional 10-12 minutes until the pasta is cooked.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese.
  6. Serve immediately.

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