Maggie’s Minestrone Soup Recipe
Description:
This hearty minestrone soup is a delightful treat, especially on a cold winter day. It’s a cherished favorite of mine, and sometimes I like to elevate it further by adding some baby spinach leaves during the final minutes of cooking. As I sit here, typing away, I’m savoring a comforting mug-full of this delicious soup.
Key Information:
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5.0)
- Calories per Serving: 412.3
- Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Fat: 14.5g
- Saturated Fat: 4.9g
- Cholesterol: 15.5mg
- Sodium: 1156.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 57.4g
- Fiber: 10.1g
- Sugar: 7.4g
- Protein: 15.2g
Recipe Category:
Clear Soup
Keywords:
Onions, Vegetable, Winter, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Less than 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 leek, sliced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup broken spaghetti pieces
- Fresh Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heat butter and olive oil in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. |
| 2 | Add diced carrots, chopped onion, sliced celery, cubed potatoes, and sliced leek. Saute for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender. |
| 3 | Pour in beef broth, chicken broth, salt, pepper, diced tomatoes, and diced zucchini. Stir well to combine. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 35 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together. |
| 4 | Add drained and rinsed red kidney beans, white kidney beans, and broken spaghetti pieces to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the spaghetti is cooked to your desired tenderness. |
| 5 | Serve hot, garnished with a shaving of fresh Parmesan cheese on each serving. |
This minestrone soup is a delightful medley of vegetables, beans, and pasta, simmered to perfection in a flavorful broth. It’s not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying, making it an ideal choice for beginner cooks and anyone craving a comforting bowl of soup on a chilly day. Enjoy the warmth and goodness of Maggie’s Minestrone Soup! 🍲✨
