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A steaming bowl of hearty Minestrone Soup with fresh vegetables

Quick way to grow Minestrone Soup flavor in 3 steps

This recipe provides a quick and efficient method to enhance the flavor of your minestrone soup in just three simple steps. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it delivers a rich and satisfying taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth
  • 0.5 cup Small pasta
  • 1 can Canned cannellini beans rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups Fresh spinach

Flavor Enhancers

  • 1 piece Parmesan rind optional
  • 0.25 cup Fresh basil chopped

Seasoning

  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Instructions
 

Step 1: Sauté Aromatics

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 2: Build the Base

  • Add diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and parmesan rind (if using) to the pot. Bring to a simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 3: Finish and Serve

  • Stir in small pasta, cannellini beans, and spinach. Cook until pasta is al dente, then remove the parmesan rind, stir in fresh basil, salt, and pepper.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine with the diced tomatoes. You can also adjust the vegetables to your preference, using zucchini or green beans. Fresh herbs like oregano or thyme would also be a great addition to the sautéing step for a more complex aroma.