How do I make a vegetable broth-based minestrone soup?

Get cozy with our minestrone soup recipe! Packed with veggies and simmered in homemade vegetable broth, it's a bowl of pure comfort.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a vegetable broth-based minestrone soup. Items include: Vegetables Vegetable broth Dried herbs Salt and pepper Pasta Garnish

Vegetables 2 carrots, 2 celery stalks, 1 onion, 1 zucchini, and other optional veggies
Vegetable broth 4 cups
Dried herbs 1 teaspoon each of basil and oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper To taste
Pasta 1 cup of your choice
Garnish Grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves

Take note
Be careful with hot liquids and sharp utensils while preparing your minestrone soup. Also, make sure to properly handle and store your vegetables to maintain their freshness and quality.

1

Chop and prep your veggies

Start by gathering your vegetables - carrots, celery, onion, zucchini, and any other veggies you'd like to add. Give them a good wash, then chop them up into bite-sized pieces.

2

Heat up a pot and sauté

Place a large pot over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Once hot, toss in the chopped onions and sauté them until they become translucent and fragrant.

3

Add the rest of the veggies

Now it's time to add the rest of your chopped veggies to the pot. Throw in the carrots, celery, zucchini, and any other favorites. Let them cook for a few minutes until they start to soften.

4

Pour in the vegetable broth

Time to bring in the flavorful base! Pour in your homemade vegetable broth, or store-bought if that's what you have on hand. The amount will depend on how chunky or soupy you like your minestrone. Let it all simmer together.

5

Season and simmer

Add in some dried herbs like basil, oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover the pot and allow the soup to simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, letting all those flavors mingle.

6

Cook the pasta

In a separate pot, cook your choice of pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside for later.

7

Time to toss in the pasta

Add the cooked pasta to the pot of simmering minestrone soup. Let it all cook together for a few more minutes, allowing the pasta to soak in those flavorful broth goodness.

8

Serve and garnish

Ladle the hot minestrone soup into bowls and serve them up piping hot. Don't forget to sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese and a handful of fresh basil leaves on top for that final touch of deliciousness!