Minestrone
Italian · Western Europe
Top Pick
STOVETOP
8/10
Hearty vegetable soup with beans and pasta — every Italian grandma's version is different.
Why It Works
Simmering a Parmigiano rind adds umami depth; the variety of vegetables creates layered flavor.
Key Ingredients
cannellini beans
pasta
tomatoes
zucchini
carrots
celery
kale
Parmigiano rind
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