Minestrone
Description
This classic Minestrone is the ultimate comfort food, combining a vibrant medley of garden vegetables with tender pasta in a savory tomato broth. The dish features hearty chunks of carrots, celery, and cabbage, softened by slow simmering to release their natural sweetness. Aromatics like onion, garlic, and fresh herbs build a deep flavor base, while the addition of macaroni adds a satisfying chew. It is a perfect meal for chilly evenings or as a make-ahead dinner that tastes even better the next day. Simple, wholesome, and deeply satisfying, this soup brings rustic Italian warmth to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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In a 5-quart saucepot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
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Add onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until onions are lightly browned.
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Stir in carrots, celery, zucchini, broccoli, macaroni, vegetable broth, water, rosemary, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until macaroni is just tender.
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Stir in crushed tomatoes, green peas, and cabbage.
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Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until cabbage is tender.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 110kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.5g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Sodium 650mg28%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 4g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
