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Minestrone Soup Recipe Olive Garden Copycat

Hearty and nutritious, this classic minestrone soup is packed with vegetables, beans, and pasta, making it the perfect comfort food for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 sticks Celery, chopped
  • 3 medium Carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 28-ounce can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
  • 1 small Zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup Fresh Green Beans, chopped
  • 1 14-ounce can Red Kidney Beans, drained
  • 1 14-ounce can White Kidney (Cannellini) Beans, drained
  • ½ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • ¾ cup Elbow Macaroni, uncooked
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
  • to taste Fresh Basil, optional
  • to taste Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese

Instructions
 

  • In a large soup pot, combine olive oil, butter, onion, celery, carrots, and garlic. Sauté over medium heat for 7 to 10 minutes until the vegetables soften and the onion turns translucent.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, broth, zucchini, green beans, red kidney beans, white kidney beans, and Italian seasoning. Raise the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot slightly and let it cook for about 10 minutes.
  • Incorporate the elbow macaroni into the pot and keep simmering for another 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper to your liking. If using, stir in fresh basil before serving.
  • Serve each bowl topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
  • If the soup is too thick, add a splash more broth to reach your desired consistency.

Notes

  • Taste test before serving.
  • Use seasonal vegetables and allow the soup to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5g
Keyword Minestrone, Vegetable Soup
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