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Minestrone alla Genovese

This traditional dish from the Liguria region is hearty and filling. Combining together seasonal vegetables and Pesto Genovese, this elemental dish is the quintessential meal of the "cucina povera".

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 65 mins
6 people

Used in this recipe

Ingredients

8 tbsp Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 large onion, chopped
100g pancetta, cubed
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
2 sage leaves
2 celery stalks, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
2 potatoes, peeled and halved
400g chopped tomatoes
1 tsp tomato puree
1.2ltr chicken stock
400g borlotti beans, drained
2 courgettes, sliced
225g fresh or frozen peas
Quarter cabbage, finely shredded
100g pasta
Filippo Berio Classic Pesto and Parmesan cheese to serve (optional)

Method

Heat the oil in a large pan, add the onion, pancetta, garlic, parsley, sage and then cook over a low heat for about 10 minutes until the onion is soft and golden
Add the celery, carrot and halved potatoes and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato puree, tomato tomatoes, stock and beans. Season well before bringing to the boil. Cover and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the potato has softened and broken up.
Add the remaining vegetables and pasta and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Adjust the seasoning and serve in bowls with pesto spooned over.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a distinctive, rich and fruity flavour that beautifully complements fresh ingredients. Perfect for sauces, marinades, drizzling and dipping, it’s a versatile addition to everyday cooking.