Jul 13 2026
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Minestrone Soup Recipe

Inspired by Papa Frank's
Time50m
Serves6

Make Minestrone Soup Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Liquids and Seasoning

Pasta

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Zucchini

    Stir in the minced garlic and diced zucchini, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add Remaining Vegetables

    Add the diced potatoes, chopped spinach, and chopped green beans to the pot. Stir to combine.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Tomatoes

    Add the diced tomatoes to the pot and mix well.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Simmer the Soup

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

  2. 6

    Cook the Pasta

    Add the small pasta to the soup and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente.

  3. 7

    Final Touches

    Remove the bay leaf, taste the soup, and adjust seasoning if necessary. If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese just before serving.

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