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Minestrone

A bright, brothy vegetable soup loaded with spinach, white beans, and pasta. Ready in 15 minutes—the weeknight version of the Italian classic.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
245
Protein
9g
Minestrone
comfortquickitalianvegetarianveganbeanstenderweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    Add canned tomatoes (with juice), broth, and beans. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add pasta and a pinch of salt. Stir and simmer until pasta is al dente, about 6 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Fold in spinach and stir until wilted, about 1 minute.

  5. Step 5

    Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot in bowls.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (3–4 quart)
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

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