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Ina Garten Winter Minestrone Soup Recipe

Ina Garten Winter Minestrone Soup Recipe

Emily Grace
The Ina Garten Winter Minestrone Soup Recipe is warm, hearty and perfect for cold days. It is full of vegetables, beans, pasta and rich broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 medium yellow squash diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 can 15 oz cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup small pasta like ditalini or elbow
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions
 

Heat the Olive Oil

  • Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots and celery. Cook until vegetables are soft and fragrant, about 5–7 minutes.

Add Garlic and Herbs

  • Add minced garlic, oregano, thyme and bay leaf. Stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. This step builds the soup’s base flavor.

Add Squash and Tomatoes

  • Add diced zucchini and yellow squash. Stir to combine. Pour in the diced tomatoes with juice. Mix gently so vegetables are evenly coated.

Add Broth and Beans

  • Pour in 6 cups of broth. Add the drained cannellini beans. Stir and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Simmer the Soup

  • Lower heat to medium-low. Cover partially and simmer for 20 minutes. Vegetables will soften and flavors will blend beautifully.

Cook the Pasta

  • Add 1 cup of small pasta. Simmer until pasta is tender, about 8–10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Add Greens and Season

  • Stir in chopped kale or spinach. Cook 2–3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Serve the Soup

  • Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Serve warm with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Use fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor.
  • Rinse canned beans to reduce sodium.
  • Cook pasta separately if you plan to store leftovers.
  • Add Parmesan rind while simmering for richer taste.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning at the end.
Keyword Ina Garten Winter Minestrone Soup Recipe