Hearty Minestrone Soup with Pesto Croutons
Picture yourself on a chilly evening, wrapped in a cozy blanket with a warm bowl of Hearty Minestrone Soup with Pesto Croutons in your hands. This comforting Italian classic is a heartwarming blend of fresh vegetables, beans, pasta, and a delightful twist of pesto croutons that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup small pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 4 slices of bread, cubed
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the carrots, celery, and onions in olive oil until they start to soften.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook until tender, following the package instructions.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a separate pan, toast the cubed bread until golden brown.
- Remove from heat and stir in the pesto to coat the croutons.
- Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous handful of pesto croutons.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
This Hearty Minestrone Soup with Pesto Croutons is a soul-warming dish that combines the rich flavors of minestrone with the added delight of pesto-infused croutons. It’s perfect for family dinners or when you need a comforting bowl of soup to chase away the cold.
Nutrition Information: Calories: 320, Fat: 8g, Carbohydrates: 50g, Protein: 12g
Imagine savoring every spoonful of this soup, the hearty goodness of vegetables and beans, the comforting pasta, and the burst of flavor from the pesto croutons. It’s a recipe that warms your heart and satisfies your taste buds. So, next time you’re craving a bowl of comfort, whip up this Hearty Minestrone Soup with Pesto Croutons and let it transport you to a world of delicious warmth.
