Instant Pot Minestrone

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Minestrone Soup

Makes 6 Servings

• Yellow onion 1 medium, chopped
•         Celery  1/2 cup, chopped
• Bell pepper(red) 1/2 cup, chopped
• Zucchini/yellow squash 1 cup, diced
• Carrots 1 cup, chopped
• Garlic 2 tablespoons
• Mixed Italian herbs 1.5 teaspoons
•         Dried rosemary   1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil 2 tablespoons
• Roma tomatoes. 4 large, chopped
•         Spinach / arugula   2 cups, chopped
•         Crushed tomatoes  1- 15 oz / 425 grams can
•         Cooked Cannelloni or red kidney beans    1 cup 
•         Water or vegetable stock   5 cups
•         Small size pasta   1 cup/ 8oz/225 gms
•         Salt    2 teaspoons or to taste
•         Sugar(optional)    1/2 teaspoon
•         Grated parmesan cheese   1/2 cup

*Vegetables: You can use any vegetables of your choice.

1.Start the sauté mode and add oil. Add the mixed Italian herbs.Add the onions, carrots and 

celery. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and garlic. Add the bell pepper and 

zucchini. Turn off sauté mode.Add the tomatoes. Add crushed tomatoes. Add water or 

vegetable stock. Add rosemary and cooked beans.Add salt, sugar(optional),black pepper and dry pasta.Mix well.Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Release excess pressure immediately. Add chopped spinach/ arugula. 

2.Minestrone soup is ready to serve! Top with grated parmesan cheese. The soup pairs well with garlic bread or grilled sandwich.