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Minestrone Soup

Cultural Context

Minestrone soup is a traditional Italian dish that varies by region and season, often made with whatever vegetables are available. It reflects the Italian philosophy of using fresh, local ingredients. This hearty soup is popular in many households and is often served as a main course, especially during colder months.

ItalianUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 cup smoky ham, diced
1 medium potato, diced
1/2 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
2 cups cabbage, chopped
1 cup cauliflower florets
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 can (14.5 oz) canned tomatoes
1 cup peas
4 cups chicken stock
2 cups water
1 piece parmesan rind
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: rice

Whole grain pasta is more nutritious, while rice is often cheaper.

1

Slice celery and carrots, leaving the skin on the carrots.

2

Slice mushrooms, using a safe chopping technique with fingers tucked in.

3

Dice one potato.

4

Roughly chop sundried tomatoes.

5

Shred some cabbage.

6

Cut cauliflower into florets.

7

Add smoky ham to the chopped vegetables.

8

Crush garlic and leave it whole.

9

In a heavy base pan over medium heat, add plenty of olive oil.

10

Add onion, carrots, mushrooms, celery, ham, potato, cauliflower, sundried tomatoes, and cabbage to the pan.

11

Season with a generous pinch of salt and pepper, then stir everything well.

12

Cook the mixture for about 15 minutes to caramelize the vegetables and develop color.

13

After 5 minutes, add dried oregano and dried basil to the pan and stir.

14

After 10 minutes of cooking, add canned tomatoes and stir.

15

Add peas for sweetness.

16

Pour in good quality chicken stock and some water.

17

Add parmesan rind to enhance flavor.

18

Cover the pan and place it in the oven to cook for 2 hours.

19

After 1 hour, remove the lid and add 1 cup of water, then return to the oven.

20

After cooking, taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and ground black pepper.

21

Add parsley and peas, then stir everything together.

22

Add par-cooked pasta to the soup and stir.

23

Top with fresh garlic, grated parmesan cheese, ground black pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Cooking Techniques

simmeredboiled

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifeladle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Minestrone

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