Minestrone Soup Recipe

Name: Minestrone Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 qt. water; 1 c. navy/kidney beans (dry); 3 cloves minced garlic; 2 large chopped onions; 1 c. sliced celery; 1 c. sliced carrots; 1 large bay leaf; 1/2 c. macaroni; 4 to 6 c. chicken broth; 2 Tbsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1 large zucchini, sliced; 1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes; 3 c. finely shredded cabbage; grated cheese

Servings: persons

1 qt. water
1 c. navy/kidney beans (dry)
3 cloves minced garlic
2 large chopped onions
1 c. sliced celery
1 c. sliced carrots
1 large bay leaf
1/2 c. macaroni
4 to 6 c. chicken broth
2 Tbsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 large zucchini, sliced
1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes
3 c. finely shredded cabbage
grated cheese

1
Bring 1-quart water to boil.
2
Add beans and boil rapidly for 1 minute.
3
Remove pan from heat and cover.
4
Let beans stand for 1 hour.
5
Saute garlic, celery, onions and carrots for
6
a few minutes, stirring well.
7
Add tomatoes, broth, salt, pepper, bay leaf and beans.
8
Heat until soup boils.
9
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
10
If soup is being served immediately, stir in cabbage, zucchini and macaroni.
11
If it is not being served immediately, add macaroni to soup prior to serving. Heat until soup boils.
12
Remove from heat and discard bay leaf.

308

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 qt. water, 1 c. navy/kidney beans (dry), 3 cloves minced garlic, 2 large chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Minestrone Soup 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.

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Minestrone Soup

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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