Delicious Minestrone Soup Recipe - Perfect for Any Occasion

Looking for a hearty and healthy soup that will warm you up on a chilly day? Look no further than this delicious minestrone soup recipe! Packed with vegetables, beans, and pasta, this soup is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 yellow squash, chopped
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup uncooked small shell pasta
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the celery and carrots and cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the zucchini, yellow squash, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, kidney beans, pasta, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the pasta is cooked.
6. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Tips

• Feel free to add in any other vegetables you have on hand, such as green beans, bell peppers, or spinach.
• If you prefer a thicker soup, add more pasta or reduce the amount of broth.
• This soup is even better the next day, so consider making a double batch to enjoy for leftovers!