Chunky Italian vegetable soup with beans, pasta and a Parmesan rind. Rustic, filling and flexible.
45 minTotal time
6Serves
3Steps
ItalianCuisine
Method
- Finish
Sweat vegetables
Cook onion, carrot and celery in oil until softened, 8 minutes.
Why: Sweating builds the flavour base.
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Simmer
Add tomatoes, stock, beans and Parmesan rind. Simmer 20 minutes.
Why: Rind adds umami depth.
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Add pasta
Add pasta and zucchini. Cook until pasta is tender, 10 minutes.
Why: Pasta goes in last to avoid mush.
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Chef's tip
Use whatever vegetables are in season — minestrone was built for flexibility.
