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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
handful of chopped pancetta
olive oil
onions
celery
minced garlic
chicken broth
water
1 can of plum tomatoes
1 cup of cranberry beans
chopped cabbage
red pepper flakes
dry Italian herbs
salt
Swiss chard
2/3 cup ditalini pasta
black pepper
extra virgin olive oil
oregano
Parmesan cheese
Italian parsley

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: rice

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

1

Sauté chopped pancetta in olive oil over medium heat until it starts to look like it's going to brown.

2

Add diced onions and celery; cook for about 4 minutes until onions are translucent.

3

Stir in minced garlic and cook for about a minute without browning.

4

Add chicken broth, water, and crushed plum tomatoes; stir and bring to a simmer.

5

Shell cranberry beans from pods and add to the pot along with chopped cabbage, red pepper flakes, dry Italian herbs, and a pinch of salt; stir.

6

Simmer until cranberry beans are tender, about 45 minutes.

7

Prepare Swiss chard by slicing stems and roughly chopping leaves; ensure they are thoroughly rinsed.

8

Add Swiss chard to the soup and simmer for about 15 minutes.

9

Adjust seasoning with black pepper and salt before adding pasta.

10

Add 2/3 cup of ditalini pasta and turn heat up to medium high; simmer until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes.

11

Ladle soup into bowls and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle with oregano, and add Parmesan cheese and Italian parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

simmeredboiled

Equipment Needed

Dutch oven

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Minestrone

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