Savory Italian Minestrone Soup

Overview

This Minestrone Soup recipe is a hearty and satisfying dish, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. It’s been adapted with a personal touch to create a delicious soup that combines vegetables, pasta, and a savory broth.

• Name: Minestrone Soup
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Recipe Category: Meat
• Keywords: < 60 Mins
• Servings: 6
• Calories per Serving: 477.4
• Nutritional Information per Serving:
  • Fat: 24.7g
    • Saturated Fat: 7.3g
  • Cholesterol: 50.7mg
  • Sodium: 893.1mg
  • Carbohydrates: 42.8g
    • Fiber: 7.6g
    • Sugar: 7.9g
  • Protein: 23g

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tsp instant minced garlic
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 1/2 tsp dry basil
• 1/4 tsp dried parsley
• 1 1/2 bay leaves
• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup water
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup kidney beans, cooked
• 1/4 cup frozen corn
• 2 1/2 oz elbow macaroni

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add stew meat, onion, and potatoes. Cook until the meat is browned on all sides.
3. Stir in garlic, dried rosemary, basil, parsley, bay leaves, salt, and sun-dried tomatoes.
4. Add water, kidney beans, frozen corn, tomato paste, and elbow macaroni.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
6. Cook for about 15 minutes or until the macaroni is tender.
7. Adjust consistency by adding more water if the soup is too thick.
8. Serve hot, optionally garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Tips for Success

• Ensure to brown the meat well for added flavor.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and use vegetable broth instead of water.
• This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freezes well for longer storage.

Conclusion

This Minestrone Soup recipe is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you follow the recipe as is or make some adaptations based on available ingredients, it’s sure to become a favorite comfort food in your home. Enjoy the rich flavors and wholesome ingredients of this delicious soup!