Minestrone Soup With White Beans & Croutons
This version of the classic favourite soup is vegan-friendly and topped with golden croutons. Perfect for a warming lunch or satisfying supper.
Preparation: 15min
Cooking Time: 40min
Serves: 4-6
- In a large lidded saucepan, gently fry the onion, celery, carrot and potato in 1tbsp oil for 5min, stirring all the time.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30sec then pour over the stock.
- Add the courgette, pepper, tomatoes, beans and oregano. Bring to a simmer then reduce the heat to minimum and pop on the lid. Simmer gently for 20min or until the potatoes are tender
- While the soup is simmering, make the croutons. Preheat the oven to 180ºC. Cut the bread into cubes approx 15-20mm and place on a baking tray. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake in the oven for about 10min, turning occasionally, until golden and crunchy.
- Add the cabbage or kale and pasta shapes to the soup. Simmer for another 6-8min depending on the pasta. Turn off the heat as soon as the pasta is al dente, as it will continue cooking in the hot soup.
- Scatter the parsley over the soup and serve into warm bowls, then top with a generous pile of croutons.
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