Classic minestrone

Cooking Soups Classic minestrone

Ladle this steaming-hot soup into big bowls, add a pinch of parmesan then mop up every last skerrick with fresh crusty bread.

  1. Heat the oil in a large heavy-based saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook the onion and garlic, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until the onion is soft.
  2. Add the pancetta, celery and carrot. Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until soft. Stir in the stock and passata. Increase heat to medium and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Add the green beans, borlotti beans and zucchini, and cook for 5 minutes. Add the pasta and cook for a further 10 minutes or until the pasta is al dente. Season with pepper. (To freeze, see note)
  4. Ladle the minestrone among serving bowls and top with parmesan.

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