Jamie's Minestrone

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, bell pepper, zucchini, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the tomatoes, broth, beans, and pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked and the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, then serve.

Interesting Facts

• Minestrone is a traditional Italian soup that is usually made with seasonal vegetables and beans.
• The name “minestrone” comes from the Italian word “minestra”, which means “soup”.
• This soup is easily customizable and can be made with whatever vegetables and beans you have on hand.