A warm and healing minestrone soup made with a variety of vegetables and beans, perfect for comforting during cold season. This hearty soup includes broth, fresh vegetables, herbs, and is topped with lemon juice and cheese.
1: Clean and dice all of your produce.
2: In a large pot, add olive oil, carrots, celery, and onion; sauté until tender for about 10 minutes.
3: Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
4: Add green beans and potatoes; stir to combine.
5: Add oregano, thyme, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
6: Cover with broth and add diced tomatoes with their juices, kidney beans, and great northern beans.
7: Stir in the parmesan rind and combine.
8: Cover with a lid, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer over medium-low heat for 1-1.5 hours.
9: Top with fresh squeezed lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, fresh Italian parsley, and grated Parmesan.
10: Serve with a beautiful piece of rustic bread.
