Classic Minestrone
Description
Hearty and aromatic soup. Thick vegetable soup-stew is very popular in Italy. In different regions of this country, it is prepared with various additions. To make the soup thicker, rice or pasta is added, and it is cooked in vegetable or meat broth. Classic "Minestrone" soup is made from vegetables: the more vegetables, the better. In this simple recipe, I will tell you. Ladle into bowls and serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Here are our ingredients. The selection of vegetables may vary, but legumes are essential for the soup.
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Step 2
Chop the onion, parsley, and basil.
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Step 3
Cut all the vegetables into small cubes. Break the cauliflower into small florets.
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Step 4
We will cook the soup in a heavy-bottomed pot, and we'll also sauté the vegetables in the same pot. Heat the olive oil and fry the garlic in it for a few minutes. Then discard the garlic.
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Step 5
Place the vegetables in a saucepan and sauté over low heat for about 10 minutes.
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Step 6
Add enough cold water or vegetable broth to just cover the vegetables. Simmer for about 20 minutes over low heat.
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Step 7
When the soup comes to a boil, add salt.
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Step 8
Now add the washed spinach. You can chop it, or add it whole if the leaves aren't too large.
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Step 9
Next, add the peas and beans to the pot after the spinach.
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Step 10
And continue cooking over very low heat for another 30-35 minutes. During this time, some of the vegetables will soften and break down, making the soup thick and rich.
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Step 11
Serve minestrone with croutons and sprinkled with grated Parmesan.