A Classic Minestrone Soup

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 cups chopped celery
• 5 carrots, sliced
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 2 cups water
• 1-2 tins of chopped tomatoes
• 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can green beans
• 2 cups baby spinach, rinsed
• 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup pasta (of your choice)

Preparation method

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Sweat onions, garlic, celery and carrots in the oil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Add chicken broth, water and tomatoes, bring to boil, stirring frequently
4. Reduce heat to simmer and add the pasta, kidney beans, green beans, spinach leaves, oregano, basil and season with salt and pepper if needed. Simmer for 30 to 40 minutes and let the flavour intensify.
5. When ready to serve, garnish the bowl of minestrone with some freshly chopped basil and enjoy!