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| Green Minestrone Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray Show: 30 Minute Meals Episode: All Day Flavor in 30 Overall User Rating:  |
Yummy
12/30/2004 at 10:00am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup was pretty good the day I made it but even better the next day! It made 6 servings instead of 4 like the book said. Despite that I forgot the garlic (for shame!) I still think it turned out good. Should be even better with garlic! Also, I omitted the pasta and the pancetta and it still turned out fine.
wintery and delicious
12/29/2005 at 05:00pm
User: jamie from yakima, WA User Rating:
this was delicious. i loved it. i couldn't find some parmiango-reggiano so i used romano cheese instead, it was still a hit. i served sourdough bread with it, it was great for dipping into the soup. i also used regular bacon instead of panchetta, since my local grocery store didnt have it either. my husband thought it was alright, he was a little disappointed that i didnt add meat to it.. hes a meat guy. but i will defintely make it again here and there. thanks rachel again, for great recipes!
Fantastic!!
12/26/2005 at 06:39pm
User: Barb from Batavia, NY User Rating:
I think this is the tastiest (and quickest !) soup I have ever made. My daughter and I really loved it! Forgot the green beans and will have to add more broth to reheat it, but it was great!
Really Tastes Like It was Cooked All Day
12/24/2005 at 02:23pm
User: daleen from Williamstown, NJ User Rating:
Tasted wonderful the first night and the leftovers tasted even better the next day. Will definitely replace my old recipe for minestrone.
Tasty & Super Easy
12/23/2005 at 04:04pm
User: Jennifer from Pontiac, MI User Rating:
This was so simple to make. I even subed chicken for the pork and it was still bursting with flavor. I love this recipe!
oh YUM!!
12/21/2005 at 09:05pm
User: SARAH from Flowery Branch, GA User Rating:
Made a vegetarian version....left out the pancetta (I sacrificed for the greater good!), used 3 cans of vegetable broth and 3 cups of water...and wouldn't change another thing! Sure does make a lot, but I'm looking forward to leftovers! =)
Fantastic!
12/21/2004 at 01:36pm
User: JONI from columbus, OH User Rating:
Made this for the in laws last night and everyone loved it! One of the better Rachael recipes I've tried! Quick, easy, and a huge hit! (the only suggestion I have is to add more chicken stock- there wasnt enough broth in the soup towards the end)
Great soup
12/11/2006 at 02:20pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup is great! I don't really like most of the veggitation in this soup but it ended up wonderful. Hearty,warm, Lovely. I used Some Savoy cabbage instead of spinach..its what I had. It Reminded me of Carraba's minestrone soup.
Best Minestrone Ever
12/01/2006 at 10:20am
User: Diann from Newnan, GA User Rating:
Love it...so hearty and comforting. I make it often.
GREAT MEAL!!!
11/30/2004 at 08:59pm
User: DAVID from scranton, PA User Rating:
I made this for my wife and I for dinner tonight, after coming home from Christmas shopping. We both loved it, goes great with a loaf of nice crusty bread and wine. Will definetely be making this again soon, (by my wifes' request!!)
Good soup. I used different meat, though.
11/30/2004 at 10:52am
User: KATY from Marietta, GA User Rating:
This was a good soup, though if you're a slow chopper like me, it may take you longer than the recipe says. I didn't want to use the kind of meat she suggested because of it containing nitrites (preservatives), so I used Applegate Farms brand chicken and turkey sausage in the spinach and feta variety. I chopped up two links and used it as directed in the recipe. I followed the other instructions, though, and it made a really good soup.
Big hit with the Mr.
11/29/2006 at 08:05pm
User: sabra from panama city, FL User Rating:
Not only did I enjoy cooking this soup, but I enjoyed every bite of leftovers that I could hide from my husband.
Fantastic soup!!!
11/29/2004 at 08:21pm
User: SANDRA from ACWORTH, GA User Rating:
Once again Rachael has given me a winner to add to my favorites. This soup is the kind of soup you want on a rainy , cold November day in front of the fire....and it only takes a few minutes to prepare. Delicious and hearty. This is the first time I have used panchetta in a recipe and I am sorry I waited so long.
Very tasty
11/20/2004 at 07:47pm
User: BETH from Hickory, NC User Rating:
I used a really good store-bought chicken stock, which I think enhanced this recipe tremendously. I also used frozen spinach because that's what I had on hand, and it turned out fine - I just thawed it & squeezed out the excess water. All in all, this is a very healthy and tasty soup.
Heaven must be green
11/06/2005 at 02:45pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is an incredible soup. Make this for a cold fall day.
Delicious - Easy to make
11/02/2004 at 05:03pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My family and neighbors loved it. I did not put the basil or green beans in as I did not have them on hand and I used frozen spinach instead of fresh. The flavor was amazing. I have to admit, I did not have enough chicken stock so I included one can of beef stock so this may have altered the flavor significantly but we all loved it.
Yum-O!
10/25/2006 at 03:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was soooooo yummy, and leftovers were even better!
delicious and easy!!
10/23/2004 at 06:19am
User: KELLEY from Torrance, CA User Rating:
The recipe is fast, easy and flavorful. I added carrots as well for a little more color --yummy!
Green Minestrone
10/16/2005 at 07:39am
User: Susan from Plano, TX User Rating:
This soup is so good. It is also is easy to make.
lovin green
10/15/2005 at 10:12pm
User: ketra from godfrey, IL User Rating:
This was easy and oh so good. I've madeit twice since seeing the program and each time it's been delicious.
better with time
09/25/2006 at 04:37pm
User: SUSAN from NEWARK, CA User Rating:
This soup was fantastic cooked a little longer than the recipe calls for. I sauted the vegies at least twice as long and cooked the soup for about an hour and fifteen minutes. The consistancy and concentrated flavors made for an incredible soup. I also added a rind from parm/reg. cheese while it cooked and what a wonderfull flavor it added. Just cook everything a little bit longer and enjoy the best green minestrone you ever had!
Wonderful and so delicious!
09/25/2004 at 04:12pm
User: KATHLEEN from Petaluma, CA User Rating:
This is without a doubt one of the easiest and flavorful soups I have ever made, my entire family begs me to make this regularly, made it for my Mom when she was not feeling well and my entire family said I should make it in huge quantities and sell it!!! One suggestion use a less pasta than the recipe calls for otherwise it ends up way too thick. Rachel, you never let me down thanks!
This Soup is Amazing
09/21/2004 at 01:24pm
User: SUE from Portage, MI User Rating:
I am generally one not to cook. But I tried this recipe out and can't get enough of it. It is easy to make and tastes delicious.
So, SO Good!
08/25/2004 at 11:29am
User: BECKY from Wentzville, MO User Rating:
This was excellent. It's so full of flavor and texture that you don't know it's loaded with vitamins! I sauteed the veggies a few minutes longer than suggested, just to make them more tender. I will definitely be making this again.
yumm-o
08/05/2007 at 03:59am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
hearty without being heavy
Very healthy
07/21/2005 at 06:28pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My husbands favorite (healthy) soup!
Excellent!
07/13/2005 at 07:55pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great quick meal that I love to eat the leftovers next day for lunch! Sooo healthy too!
Super
06/22/2005 at 06:43pm
User: Amanda from Bowie, MD User Rating:
I needed a little more broth but it was great!
A hearty, flavorful soup!
06/17/2005 at 02:21am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Tried this recipe for the first time tonight. It received a chorus of "yums". It was so good we all took to sopping up the last bit of broth in our bowls with our bread. I varied the recipe slightly to fit our vegetarian diet. Eliminated the prosciutto and substituted vegetable broth for chicken broth. I also used 4 cups of water and 4 cups of broth instead of the 8 cups of broth that the recipe calls for and the salt level turned out perfect! Very filling soup that will become a permanent part of my repertoire.
No 30 minutes - but great
06/10/2006 at 02:06pm
User: kim from durham, NC User Rating:
I don't know how she does it in under 30 minutes - and I even had everything ready to go in the pot. BUt, this soup was delicious - it will become a fave of mine.
YUMMO!!!
06/09/2007 at 05:54pm
User: Cheralyn from Lutz, FL User Rating:
This is an awesome soup. My husband loved it and he's not a big soup fan. I've made it for our close friends and family, and they always want seconds!! Keep up the great work Rachel.
A Delicious Way to Consume Lots of Veggies
06/05/2005 at 04:51pm
User: Janet from Selma, NC User Rating:
This is the 1st time I've used pancetta & parmigiano-reggiano in a recipe. I love all the ingredients, so decided all together they would be great, and they are. Except that I'm not fond of zucchini, so I substituted carrots which provide great color contrast to the greens. I made sure the carrots were chopped small and added when zucchini should have been to give them adequate cooking time. Overall, this soup is delicious and made at least 6 servings. I've already stored it in separate dishes in the fridge for lunch at work this week. Thank you, Rachael, for your show and wonderful recipes. I watch and enjoy you almost daily when I get home from work - a good way to wind down and relax!
Dee-lish!
06/05/2005 at 09:47am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I haven't gotten the "10-mins prep" time down yet, but it was easy to make and tasted very good! I'd never used the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese or Pancetta before, and I liked both. I served it in a french bread bowl and it was a complete meal! I'm sure there's more than 4 servings here.
Would be better without garbanzos
05/02/2008 at 09:47pm
User: Jenny from Boise, ID User Rating:
This is really good, but next time I will substitute another can of cannellini beans for the garbanzos. I normally love garbanzo beans, but in soups they tend to add a smell and flavor that I can only describe as eau de wet dog.
FRESH, PERFECT FOR ANYTIME OF THE YEAR.
04/26/2006 at 12:39am
User: TAMMY from SAUCIER, MS User Rating:
I HAVE MADE THIS RECIPE AT LEAST 15 TIMES SINCE I HAVE SEEN IT AIRED ON RAHAEL'S SHOW. IT'S VERY REFRESHING AND TINGLES THE TASTE BUDS. IT IS INEXPENSIVE TO MAKE AND GOES ALONG WAY WITH MY KIDS AND FAMILY. THANKS FOR THE GREAT COOKING.
Great hearty soup
04/03/2006 at 08:32pm
User: gene from merritt island, FL User Rating:
Soups for me tend to be a great way to get rid of vegatables and meat that I don't want to waste. Luckly for me I had fresh green beans, and a bag of spinach. Looks like alot of people deviated a little from the recipe, so Here are the changes I made. I used elbow macaroni instead of penne. I only had 3 oz of prosciutto so I added some sandwich ham (chopped) to make up the diff. I also threw in some fresh broccoli late instead of zucchini (I didn't have any and neede to get rid of the broc.). The broccoli doesn't cook for very long before it falls apart, but it still worked well (it IS a green soup anyway). I'd suggest to anyone to cut and refridgerate your items BEFORE you start. What a fantastic Hearty soup! Works well with toasted garlic bread for dipping!!! Thanks Rachael!!
Soup Lover
03/28/2006 at 10:44am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup is awesome! Perfect for cold winter nights. I have a toddler at my feet as soon as I get home from work, and this meal lets me create a healthy, homemade wonder in just half an hour.
Easy to Make
03/09/2007 at 02:35pm
User: Kristy from Pomona, NY User Rating:
Easy to make and tasted great!
yummy veggie soup!
03/07/2007 at 06:47pm
User: kendall from Seattle, WA User Rating:
this was my first minestrone and now i snub all other minestrones because they are not as good as this one! i left out the pancetta and substituted with more cheese because i don't like pancetta. it was FAAAABULOUS.
good, healthy & quick
03/05/2006 at 01:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very good and hearty meal! I also added mushrooms and lima beans. yum-o! :)
Outstanding!
02/29/2008 at 04:39pm
User: Sherri from Richmond, VA User Rating:
This soup is absolutely delicious, even better the next day and freezes really well. It is another keeper from Rachael!
Just Like Carrabas'
02/24/2006 at 09:00pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love the Minestrone Soup served at Carraba's. I had never had minestrone made with chicken stock until I had it there. I searched for a similar recipe. Well, I made this recipe for the first time today, and I'm hooked. This will become a staple in my house.
Wonderful Winter Warm-Up
02/21/2005 at 03:18pm
User: KERRIE from Spokane, WA User Rating:
This is just a wonderful tasting soup. Nothing more can be said.
Deeeeeelicious!
02/09/2007 at 06:11pm
User: Susan from North Dartmouth, MA User Rating:
My family really enjoy this soup. It has a nice flavor and is very hearty. I made it with turkey bacon instead of pancetta and it was still delicious.
Healthy and delicious
02/01/2008 at 07:20pm
User: COURTNEY from GRAYSLAKE, IL User Rating:
I doubled this recipe only to find that I needed 2 soup pots. I wonder if it is an error indicating only 4 servings. Also, I don't think the pancetta added any real flavor and was surprised that it didn't tell you to render it more. The next day proved a delight - but it needed more broth. All in all, a delicious and healhty soup!
lots of stuff soup!
01/15/2006 at 12:52pm
User: LAUREN from Brooklyn, NY User Rating:
i would use less pasta and more broth than called for
Good anytime
01/12/2006 at 08:15pm
User: Carmen from Naples, FL User Rating:
This soup is so easy to make and tastes great...I leave out the onions and the meat and cheese and it still turns out wonderful.
Awesome!
01/09/2008 at 12:59pm
User: Rachel from Trenton, MI User Rating:
This is a great soup for one of those cold winter days. I made this and my five kids all LOVED it. They were even OK with the spinach. The leftovers are even better. Crusty bread is a must!
So quick, and super tasty!
01/09/2006 at 07:58pm
User: Nicole from Syracuse, NY User Rating:
I absolutely love this soup. The recipe makes a pretty large amount, so you can eat some and freeze some for later (always a bonus with me)! The best part are the two beans, and how they compliment all the green veggies. This one is definitely a keeper!
So Easy and Delicious
01/05/2006 at 10:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup was absolutely delicious and so, so easy to make. I left out the green beans and added a can of drained white navy beans. I did think it was a little on the salty side--next time I'll use low sodium broth and then salt to taste.