Classic Minestrone Soup

Classic Minestrone Soup

Minestrone is a hearty, traditional Italian soup typically made with beans, pasta and lots of vegetables. Enjoy the slow-cooked flavor in just about 30 minutes.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
235 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook onion, carrot, celery, garlic and rosemary until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in tomato sauce, beans and 2 1/2 cups water. Add broth, zucchini, pasta and pepper; bring to a simmer. Cook, uncovered, 10 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in parsley. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese and additional parsley, if desired.
Classic Minestrone Soup
Classic Minestrone Soup
Classic Minestrone Soup
Classic Minestrone Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced zucchini
  • ¾ cup sliced celery
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • ¾ cup diced carrot
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
  • 1 (15 ounce) can CONTADINA® Tomato Sauce
  • 2 cups College Inn® Chicken Broth
  • ½ cup dry ditalini pasta
  • 1 teaspoon Shredded Parmesan cheese

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