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Jamie Oliver Minestrone Soup (15 Minute Meals)

Jamie Oliver Minestrone Soup (15 Minute Meals)
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Jamie Oliver minestrone soup from 15 Minute Meals is a quick-cooked vegetable and bean soup inspired by traditional Italian minestrone but redesigned for speed and simplicity.

Rather than simmering for hours, this version uses finely chopped vegetables, canned beans, and fast-cooking pasta to deliver the same comforting texture and layered flavour in just 15 minutes, making it practical for everyday cooking without losing its rustic character.

Ingredients

    • Onion, finely chopped

    • Carrot, finely chopped

    • Celery, finely chopped

    • Garlic cloves, crushed

    • Olive oil

    • Courgette or other quick-cooking vegetables, diced small

    • Tinned chopped tomatoes

    • Vegetable stock (or chicken stock)

    • Tinned cannellini or borlotti beans, drained and rinsed

    • Small pasta shapes

    • Salt and black pepper

    • Fresh basil or parsley

    • Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Step 1: Start the Vegetable Base

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery and cook for a few minutes, stirring regularly, until softened and slightly glossy. Finely chopping these vegetables is key, as it allows them to cook quickly and release flavour fast.

Step 2: Add Garlic and Quick Vegetables

Stir in the garlic and courgette, cooking briefly until fragrant. Keep the heat moderate so the garlic softens without browning, which helps avoid bitterness in the finished soup.

Step 3: Add Tomatoes and Stock

Pour in the chopped tomatoes and stock, stirring well to combine. Bring the soup to a steady simmer so the flavours begin to merge and the vegetables continue softening.

Step 4: Add Beans and Pasta

Add the drained beans and pasta to the pot. Simmer for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is just tender and the soup has thickened slightly from the starch released.

Step 5: Season and Finish

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir through fresh herbs and finish with a drizzle of olive oil just before serving to add richness and aroma.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/minestrone-soup-15-minute-meals/