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The Best Minestrone Soup: Hearty and Healthy with Turkey Bacon

The Best Minestrone Soup
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Enjoy a hearty bowl of minestrone soup that combines the flavors of fresh vegetables and turkey bacon for a nutritious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
  • 1 can cannellini beans (15 ounces), drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups zucchini, diced
  • 2 cups green beans, trimmed and cut
  • 1 cup small pasta (e.g., ditalini)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
  2. Add olive oil to the pot, then sauté onion, carrots, and celery until tender.
  3. Stir in garlic, oregano, and basil; cook for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the beans, zucchini, green beans, and pasta; cook until pasta is al dente.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in the crumbled turkey bacon.
  7. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, skip the turkey bacon and use vegetable broth.
  • This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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