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Italian Grandma's Minestrone Soup

Cultural Context

Minestrone soup has roots in Northern Italy, traditionally made with seasonal vegetables and often featuring pasta or rice. It's a dish that embodies the Italian philosophy of 'cucina povera,' or peasant cooking, emphasizing frugality and resourcefulness. Each family has its own version, passed down through generations, making it a comforting staple in Italian households. Today, minestrone is enjoyed worldwide, with countless variations reflecting local ingredients and tastes.

ItalianITmain
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
3 zucchine
3 carote
3 patate
300g di fagioli borlotti
200g di fagiolini
300g di bietola
2 coste di sedano
1/2 cipolla
foglie di basilico
maggiorana fresca
2/3 pomodori freschi
1 litro di acqua
100g di prosciutto crudo
2 o 3 bucce di parmigiano

canned tomatoes

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: fresh tomatoes

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes enhance flavor while crushed tomatoes are budget-friendly.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

cannellini beans

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: chickpeas

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: kidney beans

Chickpeas provide protein while kidney beans are often less expensive.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

1

Prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping them into small pieces.

2

In a large pot, add 1 liter of water and bring to a boil.

3

Add the chopped vegetables: zucchine, carote, patate, fagioli borlotti, fagiolini, bietola, sedano, and cipolla.

4

Add the basil leaves, fresh marjoram, and peeled tomatoes (or tomato sauce).

5

Add the prosciutto crudo and Parmesan skins for flavor.

6

Simmer the mixture until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉingsimmering

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

MinestroneMinestrone alla Genovese
Local Name: Minestrone della Nonna

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