Homemade Minestrone Recipe
Make Homemade Minestrone Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables and Herbs
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Sauté the base
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 2
Add garlic and herbs
Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 3
- 4
Add liquids
Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5
Simmer the soup
Once boiling, reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- 6
Finish with fresh basil
Stir in the chopped fresh basil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.