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Giada's minestrone makes use of vegetables that are available in winter.
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Winter Minestrone
Recipe courtesy of Giada De Laurentiis
Total: 50 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 40 min
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Level: Easy
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 ounces thinly sliced pancetta, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 pound Swiss chard, stems trimmed, leaves coarsely chopped
1 russet potato, peeled and cubed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice
2 fresh rosemary sprigs
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed, divided
2 (14-ounce) cans low-sodium beef broth, divided
1 (1-ounce) Parmesan rind
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Directions
In a large, heavy stockpot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, pancetta, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the Swiss chard and potato. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and rosemary sprigs. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the chard is wilted and the tomatoes are very soft, about 10 minutes.
In a food processor or blender, combine 3/4 of the beans with 1/2 cup of broth. Blend until almost smooth. Add the pureed bean mixture, remaining broth, and Parmesan rind to the vegetable mixture. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the potato pieces are tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in the remaining beans and the parsley. Simmer until the beans are heated through and the soup is thick, about 2 minutes. Discard the rosemary stems (the leaves will have fallen off) and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve.
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Instant pot Minestrone soup (Olive garden style Italian classic soup)
Warm-up with this vegetarian Instant Pot Minestrone Soup! This Italian classic soup recipe is comforting hearty, filling, easy to make, and tastes incredible. The beauty of this recipe is, It requires one pot, and it gets done in 30 minutes!
It’s vegan, too, if you skip parmesan cheese! Serve with crusty No-knead bread to sop up that hearty savory broth and sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese for a cozy winter dinner!
Vegetables
Minestrone was traditionally made to use up leftover vegetables, so feel free to use any seasonal vegetables and greens you have on hand. I used celery, carrots, zucchini, onion, and spinach for the soup and it was delicious.
You can use any vegetables of your choice. Swap the spinach for Swiss chard or baby kale If you don’t have or don’t like spinach.
If you want your spinach to be less cooked, fold it in right after the soup is done cooking.
Pasta
For this recipe, we use dry pasta shells that get cooked directly in the Instant Pot to make this an easy one-pot meal. Small/tiny pasta is preferred, our favorite one is small shell pasta. You may use mini farfalle, mini macaroni, orzo, etc.
You can also boil the pasta separately and stir in later or use leftover cooked pasta.
Also, if you plan on freezing this soup, I would leave out the pasta and cook it separately on the stove whenever you’re planning to serve it. That way, the pasta doesn’t end up getting soggy.
For an even healthier option, use whole wheat macaroni pasta.
To keep this low-carb, omit the pasta, you honestly won’t miss it with everything else in this soup.
Beans
I have used canned red kidney beans here. You can use any beans you have on hand – kidney beans, cannellini, northern beans, or the combination of all the beans. Chickpeas will also work.
If using dried beans instead of canned, cook and drain ahead of time and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Seasoning
For seasoning, I used Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, black pepper powder, and salt.
Since we love spicy, red pepper flakes are an absolute must for us. You can reduce the number of chili flakes or leave it out if you’re making these cheese cookies for kids or for someone who isn’t a fan of spices.
Be very careful while adding salt. Because tomato sauce and beans have salt added in them.
If you don’t have Italian seasoning on hand, you could use a mix of individual Italian herbs as per your preferences.
Cheese
What makes this soup extra special, is using the rind from a wedge of parmesan. I always stash them in my freezer just for soups, if you don’t have one toss some grated cheese into the soup while it’s cooking.
It adds a rich, savory flavor to the soup. You can skip you want to make vegan or don’t have at hand.
Btw, if you are looking for vegetarian parmesan cheese, then Sprouts and Wholefoods does carry them.
Diced tomato and tomato sauce
I always use this combination for that tomato-y flavors. You can use tomato paste for the intense flavors. If you don’t prefer to use canned products, use fresh diced tomatoes.
Vegetable stock
I have used low sodium vegetable stock. If you don’t have in the pantry, you may use water or the combination of better than bouillon and water. Feel free to use any other stock of your choice.
Oil
I have used extra virgin olive oil. You may use any oil of your choice.
Notes -
To make keto, low carb minestrone soup, or a whole paleo version of it, simply leave out the pasta, beans, and carrots. And instead, add cauliflower and green beans.
Add sugar if you feel the soup is sour.
Can you make this in advance?
Soups are one of the best to make ahead meals out there! Yes, this Instant Pot Minestrone soup can be made ahead up to 5 days in advance.
How to reheat?
To warm this soup again, add some water, and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat stirring occasionally. Do not simmer for too long as this will overcook the pasta and zucchini and dull the flavor of the basil.
Can this recipe be frozen?
Yes, this Minestrone can be frozen for up to four months. Don’t add pasta if you intend freezing this soup or else the pasta will be mushy on reheating.
Once the soup is cool, divide it into containers with a convenient number of servings.
Cover it tightly and freeze.
Freeze for up to four months.
To thaw, transfer the container to the refrigerator and thaw at least 24 hours.
Reheat in the microwave or a pan.
Also, keep it in mind that this soup will thicken in the freezer or refrigerator as the residual heat of the broth continues to cook the vegetables and they release their starches, so stir in another splash of broth when you reheat leftovers.
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Minestrone Soup Recipe
Learn how to make the best minestrone soup, easy homemade vegetarian soup. This classic Italian vegetable soup is perfect for fall and winter time and you can modify this recipe using any vegetables that have or like.
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Ingredients:
2-3 tablespoons Olive oil
1 Onion, chopped
3 Garlic cloves, minced
3 Carrots, diced
2 Celery stalks, chopped
2 Potatoes, diced
1 can (400g) Chopped tomatoes
6-8 cups Vegetable stock/water
1 can Beans of your choice
2/3 cup (g) Pasta
1/4 head Cabbage
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Thyme
Bread
Parmesan
Direction:
1. In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes.
2. Add minced garlic, diced carrots and chopped celery. Cook for 6-7 minutes.
3. Add diced potatoes, crushed tomatoes, vegetable stock/water, season with salt, pepper, thyme and bring to a boil. Reduce to low heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
4. Add beans and pasta, cook for 10 minutes.
5. Add chopped cabbage and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Check the seasoning and add spices of needed.
7. Pour into a bowl and grate some parmesan (optional). Serve with rustic bread.
MINESTRONE SOUP RECIPE (in 30 minutes!)
Today we visit what could be the best minestrone soup recipe in the world and it only takes about 30 minutes to make. If you had misconceptions about minestrone (blown out beans, mushy pasta, overcooked veg), it’s time to change your mind.
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SIMPLE BEAN RECIPE
8 Cups Water
3 Cups Dried Whitebeans
1. Soak Beans in 3x their water on counter for 24 hours or overnight
2. Drain off liquid and rinse well
3. Cover with 6 Cups Water and pressure cook on low for 22 minutes. Let pressure release naturally or for 30 mins.
4. Salt the liquid lightly 2 TSP to season beans as they cool
5. Cool in liquid for future use,
FOR THE SOUP (SERVES 4-6)
32oz or 1 box Chicken or Vegetable Stock
2 Cans of white beans store-bought or 1 batch of simple beans from above
32oz Of Bean Liquid (save from cans if possible and make up with stock if you are short).
1/2 Cup Dry White Wine
1 lb asparagus (Cut Into Coins)
1 lb washed greens (kale, chard, spinach)
1 Medium Red Onion (Diced)
4 Cloves Garlic (Sliced)
1 Large Bulb Fennel
5oz Dried Pasta (preferably in bite sized pcs)
6oz Frozen or fresh peas
Chile Flake to taste
Black Pepper to taste
Salt to taste
3-4 TBSP EVOO for cooking 1 TBSP for garnish
Parmesan for Grating 2 tbsp
1. In 4-6 qt dutch oven over medium heat, warm 3-4 TBPS EVOO, once heated add in red onion and fennel, hit with pinch of salt
2. Sweat these two vegetables for 4-5 minuets until they have started to release liquid and soften slightly
3. Add in Garlic and a pinch of Chile flake and continue to cook 4-5 minutes longer
4. Deglaze with 1/2 cup dry white wine, cook out for 2-3 mins
5. Add in Bean Liquid and Chicken Stock and bring to simmer
6. Cook the aromatics in liquid for 15 minutes until softened fully
7. Add in Asparagus Coins and simmer 2 minutes
8. Add in Greens and Peas and simmer 3-4 minutes longer
9. Season soup with Salt to taste, lemon if needed or desired
10. Serve garnishing generously with grated parmesan, evoo, pepper and Chile flake
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Easy Minestrone Soup Recipe in 30 Minutes - Why Not
Easy Minestrone Soup Recipe in 30 Minutes is a great way to start your diet. It's an awesome comfort food as well. Believe me, this soup is so easy to make and outrageously delicious. The great thing is, it can be made in about 30 minutes. I add a combination of veggies such as celery, carrots, and asparagus. Of course you can add your choice of veggies. To tell you the truth, I simply add what's left over in the fridge from the Holidays.
Give our light vegetarian minestrone soup a try and let us know what you think.
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Video Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:15 Adding the veggies
0:58 Pouring the beef stock in
1:19 Adding the remaining ingredients
2:05 The seasoning
2:46 Boiling the soup
3:00 The outcome
3:50 The taste test
4:12 Conclusion
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