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Classic Minestrone Soup With Beef Broth

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A cozy and hearty Italian vegetable soup made with rich beef broth, tender vegetables, and small pasta shapes. Perfect for chilly days and easy to prepare with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
  • 1 cup potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3/4 cup small pasta shapes (ditalini or elbow macaroni)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables by dicing onion, carrots, celery, zucchini, and potatoes into uniform pieces. Trim and chop green beans and mince garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in beef broth and add cubed potatoes. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to soften potatoes.
  4. Add zucchini, green beans, diced tomatoes with juice, and drained beans. Season with dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender but not mushy.
  5. Add pasta and chopped spinach or kale. Continue simmering for 8-10 minutes until pasta is al dente and greens have wilted. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Turn off heat and let soup rest for a few minutes to meld flavors. Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and crusty bread if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook vegetables to avoid mushiness. Use low-sodium broth to control saltiness. Reserve some broth before adding pasta to adjust soup thickness. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. For gluten-free, substitute pasta with gluten-free pasta. For vegetarian, use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.

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