Tuscan Minestrone Recipe

Name: Tuscan Minestrone
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed; 1 onion, chopped; 2 1/2 quarts water; 1 leek, sliced; 3 carrots, sliced; 3 stalks celery, sliced; 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 cup green beans, sliced; 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce; 1 tablespoon mixed Italian herbs; 2 zucchini, chopped; 1 1/2 cups cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 14 1/2 ounces stewed tomatoes; 1/2 cup orzo pasta; 2 cups spinach, chopped

Servings: persons

1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed
1 onion, chopped
2 1/2 quarts water
1 leek, sliced
3 carrots, sliced
3 stalks celery, sliced
2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup green beans, sliced
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
1 tablespoon mixed Italian herbs
2 zucchini, chopped
1 1/2 cups cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
14 1/2 ounces stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup orzo pasta
2 cups spinach, chopped

1
Place oil in 6 quart saucepan.
2
Add beans, garlic, bay leaf, red pepper flakes, onion.
3
Saute 5 minutes.
4
Add water.
5
Bring to boil.
6
Simmer 1 hour.
7
Add leek, carrots, celery, potatoes, green beans, tomato sauce, herb blend, and pepper.
8
Cook 30 minutes.
9
Add zucchini, beans, tomatoes.
10
Cook 15 minutes.
11
Add orzo and spinach.
12
Cook 15 minutes.

559

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained, 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Tuscan 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!

Tuscan Minestrone

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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