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Michaela Chiappa's Healthy and Classic Minestrone Soup | This Morning

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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 onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 cup leeks, chopped
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 medium sweet potato, diced
1 can (14 oz) canned tomatoes
1 cup tomato puree
4 cups water
1 stock cube
2 cups kale, chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
4 slices bread, for serving
1/2 cup wine

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

Heat olive oil in a large pot.

2

Add chopped onions, carrots, celery, leeks, zucchini, and sweet potato; stir together.

3

Cook the vegetables until softened, stirring occasionally.

4

Add canned tomatoes and tomato puree; stir to combine.

5

Crumble in a stock cube and add water; stir well.

6

Let the mixture simmer for about 20 to 30 minutes until flavors meld.

7

Blend the soup with a stick blender if you prefer a smoother texture.

8

Prepare a kale crumb by blending kale until fine.

9

Serve the soup topped with kale crumb and grated parmesan cheese, alongside bread and wine.

Cooking Techniques

simmeredboiled

Equipment Needed

large potstick blender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Minestrone

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