Borlotti Bean Minestrone Recipe

Name: Borlotti Bean Minestrone
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped; 80 grams smoked back bacon, trimmed of fat and chopped; 2 tbsp tomato puree; 150 grams cherry tomatoes, halved; 700 ml chicken stock; 75 grams spaghetti, broken; 1 bunch basil, finely shredded; 1 parmesan (optional); 2 onions, peeled and chopped; 1 celery stick, trimmed and chopped; 2 thyme sprigs; 1 bay leaf; 2 400g tins of borlotti beans, rinsed and drained

Servings: persons

2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
80 grams smoked back bacon, trimmed of fat and chopped
2 tbsp tomato puree
150 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
700 ml chicken stock
75 grams spaghetti, broken
1 bunch basil, finely shredded
1 parmesan (optional)
2 onions, peeled and chopped
1 celery stick, trimmed and chopped
2 thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
2 400g tins of borlotti beans, rinsed and drained

1
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan and add the onions, carrots, celery and some seasoning.
2
Stir frequently over a medium high heat for 6-8 minutes until the vegetables are beginning to soften.
3
Add the thyme, bay leaf and bacon.
4
Increase the heat slightly and cook, stirring, for another 2 minutes.
5
Stir in the tomato puree and cook for another minute.
6
Tip in the vitality beans and cherry tomatoes, then pour in the chicken stock or water to cover.
7
Bring to a gentle simmer.
8
Add the spaghetti and cook for 10 minutes.
9
Season.
10
Once served, scatter over shredded basil, olive oil and a little parmesan.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped, 80 grams smoked back bacon, trimmed of fat and chopped, 2 tbsp tomato puree, 150 grams cherry tomatoes, halved, and more.

Yes, Borlotti Bean Minestrone falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Borlotti Bean Minestrone

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Variations & substitutions

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