Warm Up Your Evening with Authentic Italian Minestrone Soup

Sometimes, all you need after a long day is a warm and comforting meal. That’s exactly what Minestrone Soup is all about – wholesome, hearty, packed with healthy veggies, and absolutely delicious! With its authentic Italian flavor, Minestrone Soup is sure to warm you up on those chilly evenings.

Here’s the recipe for a potful of heartwarming goodness:

Ingredients
– 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
– 1 medium onion finely chopped
– 2 medium carrots diced
– 2 stalks of celery diced
– 2 cloves of garlic minced
– 1 zucchini chopped
– 3 ripe tomatoes peeled and chopped
– 1 cup green beans cut into 1-inch pieces
– 1.5 liters vegetable broth
– 1 can red kidney beans drained and rinsed
– 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Chopped fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

2. Stir in garlic, zucchini, tomatoes, and green beans. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until all the vegetables are tender.

3. Add the vegetable broth and kidney beans to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.

4. Stir in pasta, then reduce the heat to low. Let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.

5. Season with salt and pepper.

6. Ladle the soup into bowls then garnish with fresh basil and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Serve piping hot.

With this recipe, you can easily replicate your favorite restaurant-style Minestrone Soup at home. It’s not only healthy and filling but also a one-pot meal that requires minimal effort to prepare. So, the next time you’re looking for a comfy meal, remember our Authentic Italian Minestrone Soup! Buon appétito!