Hearty Minestrone Soup: Comfort in a Bowl
Introduction
Minestrone Soup is a hearty, vegetable-packed classic that warms the soul. Filled with fresh and canned vegetables, beans, pasta, and a flavorful broth, this Italian-inspired soup is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Rich in flavor and texture, it’s a healthy and satisfying option that can be customized based on your pantry ingredients.
This recipe combines fresh onions and butter with a medley of canned and frozen vegetables, pasta, and beans, all seasoned with garlic, basil, and parsley. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan, it’s a wholesome dish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 8 tbsp butter
- 1½ cups chopped onion
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 2 cans Veg-All (mixed vegetables)
- 2 cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cans whole peeled tomatoes, chopped
- 1 pack frozen chopped spinach
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 cup uncooked pasta
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup canned garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
- 4¼ tsp garlic powder
- 4 tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp salt