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Winter Minestrone Soup


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  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A warm and hearty soup loaded with seasonal vegetables, perfect for winter nights.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups cubed butternut squash
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans
  • 2 cups chopped kale
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta
  • Parmesan rind (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan, to garnish
  • Chopped parsley, for serving
  • A drizzle of olive oil, for finishing

Instructions

  1. Sauté the olive oil over medium heat, adding the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 8–10 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the cubed butternut squash and diced zucchini, cooking for another 5 minutes.
  3. Incorporate the canned diced tomatoes and stock, bringing the mixture to a boil.
  4. Simmer with the Parmesan rind for 20–25 minutes.
  5. Finish by stirring in the cannellini beans, kale, and ditalini pasta. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, then serve with Parmesan, parsley, and olive oil.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days, or freeze for three months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soups
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg