This hearty Minestrone Soup is packed with vegetables, bacon, beans, and pasta, making it a filling and flavorful meal. With the convenience of a soup maker, it’s a one-pot wonder that’s ready in no time. Perfect for a warming lunch or dinner!
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 100g bacon lardons
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 150g green beans, trimmed and halved
- 3 tbsp tomato puree
- 400g canned tomatoes
- 100g small pasta shells
- 400g can kidney beans, drained
- 750ml vegetable stock
How To Make Minestrone Soup In A Soup Maker:
- Sauté the bacon, onion, and garlic: If your soup maker has a sauté function, heat the oil, add the bacon lardons, and cook for about 8 minutes until crispy. Add the onion and garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes. If not, use a pan for this step and transfer it to the soup maker.
- Add the remaining ingredients: Add the carrots, green beans, tomato puree, canned tomatoes, pasta, kidney beans, and vegetable stock to the soup maker. Be careful not to exceed the MAX line.
- Cook: Set the soup maker to the ‘Chunky’ setting and let it run its cycle.
- Serve: Once the soup is done, taste and season as needed. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Recipe Tips
- Customize the veggies: Feel free to swap the green beans for other vegetables like zucchini or peas.
- Add herbs: For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of dried oregano or basil.
- No bacon?: Skip the bacon for a vegetarian version and increase the vegetables for added texture.
Customization Options:
- Add More Herbs: For extra flavor, stir in 1 tsp of dried oregano, basil, or thyme when adding the other ingredients.
- Gluten-Free Option: Swap the pasta shells for gluten-free pasta or omit them altogether for a low-carb version.
- Extra Protein: Add cooked chicken or additional beans, such as cannellini beans or chickpeas, for more protein.
- Include Celery: Add 2 chopped celery stalks along with the carrots and green beans for extra crunch and flavor.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
Storing: Once the soup has cooled, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezing: This soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let the soup cool completely before freezing in a suitable container.
Reheating: Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave, stirring occasionally until heated through.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 16g
- Sodium: 850mg
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