Minestrone With Kale Recipe

Name: Minestrone With Kale
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil, for sauteing; 1 large yellow onion, chopped; 2 carrots, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, finely minced; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, rinsed and drained (Cannellini, Great Northern, navy); 1 bunch kale, stemmed and coarsely chopped (about 3/4 pound); 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped; 6 cups vegetable stock (or half stock and half water) or 6 cups water (or half stock and half water); 2 bay leaves; 1 cup small shell pasta, cooked (elbow macaroni, shells, etc.); salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon oil, for sauteing
1 large yellow onion, chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can white beans, rinsed and drained (Cannellini, Great Northern, navy)
1 bunch kale, stemmed and coarsely chopped (about 3/4 pound)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
6 cups vegetable stock (or half stock and half water) or 6 cups water (or half stock and half water)
2 bay leaves
1 cup small shell pasta, cooked (elbow macaroni, shells, etc.)
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1
Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat, and add the onion and carrots.
2
Cook, stirring often, until the onion turns translucent and the carrots glisten, about 7 minutes.
3
Stir in the garlic and cook, stirring, for another minute or so, until the garlic begins to smell fragrant.
4
Add the tomatoes and their liquid and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, until the tomatoes have cooked down a bit.
5
Add the beans, kale, parsley, water, and bay leaves.
6
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, until the flavors are all incorporated and the kale is tender.
7
Add the cooked pasta, and stir to incorporate.
8
Cook for 5 minutes more, tasting and adjusting the salt and pepper as needed, then remove from heat and serve.

511

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon oil, for sauteing, 1 large yellow onion, chopped, 2 carrots, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Minestrone With Kale 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!

Minestrone With Kale

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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