BALSAMIC MINESTRONE SOUP

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Minestrone soup is a classic, comforting recipe option for a chilly fall day. Made with zucchini, spinach leaves, kidney beans and marinara sauce, this soup is as healthy as it is delicious.

Provided by maryjjohnson34

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons mild olive oil
1 large onion, chopped (about 1 ½ cups)
2 large carrots, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 (24 ounce) jar traditional marinara sauce (Bertolli with Italian Herbs & Fresh Garlic Sauce)
5 cups vegetable broth
1 medium zucchini, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cups lightly packed baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can low sodium red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cups cooked ditalini

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in large saucepot over medium-high heat. Add onions and carrots and cook until tender; about 5 minutes. Add sauce and vegetable broth.
  • Stir in zucchini, spinach and kidney beans. Bring to boil, cover and reduce to heat to medium-low. Cook 10 minutes.
  • Stir in cheese and pasta. Cook until heated through; about 5 minutes. Serve with additional cheese and a dollop of pesto if desired.

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