Minestrone Recipe

Name: Minestrone
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried cannellini beans or white kidney beans; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 celery stalks, finely chopped; 2 carrots, finely chopped; 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped; 6 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock; One 14.5 oz (400g) can chopped tomatoes; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup elbow macaroni or ditalini; 4 tbsp chopped parsley; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1/2 cup dried cannellini beans or white kidney beans
2 tbsp olive oil
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
6 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
One 14.5 oz (400g) can chopped tomatoes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup elbow macaroni or ditalini
4 tbsp chopped parsley
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Put the beans in a large bowl, cover with cold water, and let soak overnight.
2
Drain the beans and place in a large saucepan.
3
Cover with fresh cold water and bring to a boil over high heat.
4
Skim the surface as necessary.
5
Boil for 10 minutes.
6
Reduce the heat to low, partially cover the pan, and simmer for 1 hour or until just tender.
7
Drain well and set aside.
8
In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat.
9
Add the celery, carrots, and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until tender.
10
Stir in the beans, stock, tomatoes with their juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
11
Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
12
Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
13
Add the pasta and simmer for 1012 minutes longer, or until tender.
14
Stir in the parsley and half the cheese.
15
Season to taste.
16
Pour into a warmed tureen, and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
17
Serve hot.

786

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

120

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup dried cannellini beans or white kidney beans, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 celery stalks, finely chopped, 2 carrots, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, 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.

Minestrone

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