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Hearty Minestrone Soup
Time:45 min
Difficulty:Easy
Servings:6 servings
This rustic minestrone is pure comfort in a bowl. Loaded with seasonal vegetables, creamy beans, and gluten-free pasta, it's naturally hearty and endlessly customizable. Finish each bowl with a generous drizzle of olive oil and fresh basil for that authentic Italian touch.
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot and sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes until softened.
- 2
Add potatoes and green beans, cook for 3 minutes.
- 3
Add tomatoes, broth, beans, and oregano. Bring to a boil.
- 4
Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- 5
Add GF pasta and cook per package instructions (usually 8–10 minutes).
- 6
Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and shaved Parmesan.
💡 Tips for Success
- →This soup freezes beautifully — add pasta only if reheating.
- →Use whatever vegetables you have on hand — minestrone is forgiving.
- →Let it sit overnight; the flavours deepen.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- →Cooking pasta in the soup too long — add it in the final minutes.
- →Underseasoning — taste and adjust generously.
- →Not adding pasta water to the soup if it seems too thick.
🔄 Substitutions
- →Borlotti beans → cannellini or chickpeas
- →GF pasta → rice noodles or omit entirely
- →Green beans → zucchini, spinach, or kale
