Chilly nights call for a steamy bowl of soup. This classic minestrone is full of hearty vegetables, beans, and pasta to keep you warm and satisfied during the cool winter months. Grab a bowl and some crusty bread to entice your taste buds all season long.

ITALIAN MINESTRONE SOUP 

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrot and cook until they begin to soften, about 8-10 minutes. Add oregano, basil, salt and pepper, and cook for 3 more minutes.

2. Add the tomatoes, passata, and chicken stock to the pot. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Stir in the beans and pasta and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, ladle into bowls and top with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

4. Mangiamo!

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