Preparation time:

15 minutes

Total time:

30 minutes

Makes:

4 Servings

 
Roberto Caruso

Ingredients

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1  carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 tsp hot-red-chili flakes
• 796 mL can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 540 mL can romano beans, drained and rinsed
• 450 mL vegetable broth (1/2 900 mL carton)
•  parmesan rind
• 3/4 cup tubetti pasta
• 2 cups packed spinach
• 2 tbsp grated parmesan
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Instructions

• Heat a large saucepan over medium. Add oil, then onion, carrot, celery, garlic and chili flakes. Cook until vegetables are slightly tender, about 3 min. Add tomatoes, beans, broth, parmesan rind, pasta and 3/4 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until pasta is tender, 10 to 11 min. Remove and discard parmesan rind. Stir in spinach. Garnish with grated parmesan and basil.

Wine Pairings:

HEARTY SOUP | TANGY, BRIGHT CHIANTI
The classic red from gorgeous Tuscany makes a traditional pairing for tomato-based Italian dishes like Easy Minestrone. This one tastes of fresh berry and plum, with a zesty sharpness that enhances bold Mediterranean flavours.
Gabbiano Chianti Classico, Italy, $17.

Nutrition (per Serving)

calories

222 

protein

11 g

carbohydrates

39 g

fat

4 g

fibre

6 g

sodium

886 mg