Quick Minestrone
Quick Minestrone
Ingredients
- 2 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 (15.5oz) can S&W® White Beans (drained, rinsed), divided
- 1 (15oz) can mixed vegetables (drained), divided
- 2 & 3/4 cups 50% less sodium fat-free beef broth, divided (from 1-quart carton)
- 1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup basil pesto, if desired
Quick Minestrone
Low Calorie
Over 15g of Protein
20 min
Total Time
5 min
Prep Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 2 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 (15.5oz) can S&W® White Beans (drained, rinsed), divided
- 1 (15oz) can mixed vegetables (drained), divided
- 2 & 3/4 cups 50% less sodium fat-free beef broth, divided (from 1-quart carton)
- 1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup basil pesto, if desired
Directions
In 3-quart saucepan, cook bacon over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until crisp, stirring frequently. With slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towel to drain. Meanwhile, combine 1 cup of the beans, 1 cup of the vegetables and 1/4 cup of the broth in food processor. Cover; process 20 seconds or until smooth. Set aside.
Add remaining broth and macaroni to saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cook 6 to 8 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir in pureed mixture, remaining beans and vegetables and Italian seasoning. Cook until thoroughly heated. Top each serving with bacon, cheese and a spoonful of pesto if desired.
Tip: You can use any small pasta for this quick hearty soup.
You can also substitute 1 cup of frozen mixed vegetables in place of one can of mixed vegetables.
Serving Size: about 8oz each
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories 210, Total Fat 8g (Saturated Fat 3g, Trans Fat 0g), Cholestrol 15mg, Sodium 460mg, Carb 26g, Fiber 5g, Total Sugar 2g, Added Sugar 0g, Protein 14g, Vitamin D 0%, Calcium 10%, Iron 10%, Potassium 10%
Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.