Winter Minestrone Soup (Printable View)

Hearty minestrone with butternut squash, kale, and pasta in a flavorful vegetable broth.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 carrots, sliced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 3 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
07 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
08 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
09 - 4 cups kale, stems removed and leaves chopped

→ Legumes & Grains

10 - 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
11 - 1 cup small pasta such as ditalini or elbow macaroni

→ Liquids & Seasonings

12 - 6 cups vegetable broth
13 - 1 bay leaf
14 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
15 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
16 - 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add butternut squash and zucchini. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Pour in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaf, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Bring to a boil.
05 - Reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes until the squash is just tender.
06 - Add drained cannellini beans, pasta, and kale. Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes until pasta is cooked and kale is wilted.
07 - Remove bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
08 - Ladle into bowls and serve with crusty bread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nourishing and Hearty: Packed with vitamins from fresh kale and butternut squash.
  • Simple Preparation: A straightforward one-pot meal that's easy to follow.
  • Highly Customizable: Easily adaptable for gluten-free or dairy-free dietary needs.
  • Classic Comfort: The perfect blend of Italian herbs and savory broth.
02 -
  • Prep Ahead: Chop all the vegetables beforehand to make the cooking process seamless.
  • Seasoning: Always taste and adjust salt and pepper at the very end to ensure the flavors are balanced.
  • Pasta Texture: If you plan on having leftovers, cook the pasta separately and add it to individual bowls to keep it from getting mushy.
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