Minestrone

Hearty Italian vegetable soup

Prep: Cook: Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 oz pancetta, diced
  • 2 onions, diced
  • 2 celery ribs, diced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 zucchini, diced
  • 1 (14.5oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 Parmesan rind (optional)
  • 1 (15oz) can cannellini beans
  • 1 cup small pasta (ditalini)
  • 2 cups chopped kale
  • ¼ cup fresh basil

Instructions

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  1. Cook pancetta in oil until rendered, .
  2. Add onions, celery, carrot. Cook until softened.
  3. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds. Add zucchini, cook .
  4. Add tomatoes, broth, Parmesan rind. Simmer .
  5. Add beans and pasta. Cook until pasta is al dente, .
  6. Add kale, cook . Remove rind, stir in basil. Season to taste.

Notes

  • Parmesan rind adds incredible umami depth.
  • Add pasta near end so it doesn't get mushy.
  • Even better the next day.

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