Minestrone

Minestrone
  • Author: James Martin

This hearty and wholesome minestrone soup is packed with colorful vegetables and beans, making it a comforting and satisfying meal. With a rich tomato base and a touch of garlic, this soup is flavorful and perfect for cozy nights in. Enjoy a bowl of this delicious soup for a nourishing and delicious dinner!

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion
  • 2 carrots
  • 3 large celery
  • 2 garlic
  • 2 tbsp tomato purée
  • 1 x 400g/14oz tin chopped tomatoes
  • 1.2 litres/2 pints vegetable or chicken stock
  • 400g/14oz tin cannellini beans
  • 100g/3½ dried spaghetti
  • ¼ head green cabbage
  • and pepper salt

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large lidded saucepan over a medium heat. Add the onion, carrots and celery, season with a little salt and pepper and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables have softened.
  • Add the garlic and fry for another minute. Stir in the tomato purée and cook for a further 3 minutes.
  • Tip in the tomatoes and stock. Cover with a lid and bring slowly to the boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Add the beans and pasta and cook for a further 10 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked. Add the cabbage and cook for another 2 minutes. If the soup is too thick, add some hot water to reach your preferred consistency.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

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Cook Time

1H

Prep Time

PT30M

Yield

Serves 4