{"id":344177,"date":"2025-03-18T18:28:43","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T11:28:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=344177"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:00:47","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:00:47","slug":"holiday-soups-crock-pots-recipes-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-soups-crock-pots-recipes-2\/","title":{"rendered":"12+ Delicious Holiday Soups You Can Make in Your Crock Pot This Season!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the holiday season rolls in, the aroma of warm, hearty soup can be the perfect companion to chilly evenings. Imagine coming home to a cozy bowl of comfort that practically cooks itself while you go about your day. Here are some delightful recipes that will fill your home with warmth and cheer!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-soups-crock-pots-recipes-2\/#Creamy_Tomato_Basil_Soup\" >Creamy Tomato Basil Soup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-soups-crock-pots-recipes-2\/#Butternut_Squash_Soup\" >Butternut Squash Soup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-soups-crock-pots-recipes-2\/#Hearty_Beef_and_Barley_Soup\" >Hearty Beef and Barley Soup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-soups-crock-pots-recipes-2\/#Minestrone_Soup\" >Minestrone Soup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-soups-crock-pots-recipes-2\/#Spicy_Sweet_Potato_and_Black_Bean_Soup\" >Spicy Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creamy_Tomato_Basil_Soup\"><\/span>Creamy Tomato Basil Soup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/3493579\/pexels-photo-3493579.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Creamy Tomato Basil Soup\" title=\"Creamy Tomato Basil Soup\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Votsis Panagiotis on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/soup-with-vegetables-on-white-ceramic-bowl-3493579\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/creamy-tomato-basil-soup-1741769665.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Tomato Basil Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tastesbetterfromscratch.com\/creamy-tomato-basil-parmesan-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Tomato Basil Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Tastes Better From Scratch<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: Ribs, chicken broth, tomato paste, parmesan cheese, carrots Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SpringGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/quick-and-easy-creamy-tomato-basil-soup-1741769666.jpg\" alt=\"Quick and Easy Creamy Tomato - Basil Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sharedappetite.com\/recipes\/quick-and-easy-creamy-tomato-basil-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Quick and Easy Creamy Tomato &#8211; Basil Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Shared Appetite<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Heavy cream, parmesan cheese, red onions, olive oil, crushed tomatoes <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Lime\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/creamy-homemade-tomato-with-basil-soup-1741769666.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Homemade Tomato With Basil Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/onehotoven.com\/homemade-creamy-tomato-with-basil-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Homemade Tomato With Basil Soup<\/a><\/strong> from One Hot Oven<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Balsamic vinegar, heavy whipping cream, chicken broth, parmesan cheese, crushed tomatoes Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This classic soup is a comforting blend of sweet tomatoes and fragrant basil, creating a taste that feels like a warm hug. The slow cook technique allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making each spoonful rich and satisfying. Perfect for pairing with a grilled cheese sandwich, this soup is a crowd-pleaser!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 cans of crushed tomatoes<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, chopped<\/li>\n<li>4 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>4 cups vegetable broth<\/li>\n<li>1 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n<li>1 cup fresh basil leaves<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This soup is special because it brings together simple ingredients that create a complex flavor profile. The addition of fresh basil at the end gives it a vibrant finish, making it perfect for festive gatherings. Serve it in pretty bowls, and you\u2019ll have everyone asking for seconds!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tomato-basil-soup-using-fresh-roasted-tomatoes-1741769691.jpg\" alt=\"Tomato Basil Soup Using Fresh Roasted Tomatoes\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=erdQJo5Abw0\" target=\"_blank\">Tomato Basil Soup Using Fresh Roasted Tomatoes<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/easy-tomato-basil-soup-1741769692.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Tomato Basil Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=aiP37YwU81Y\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Tomato Basil Soup<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/save-my-recipe-for-creamy-tomato-basil-soup-shay-is-a-1741769692.jpg\" alt=\"Save my recipe for Creamy Tomato Basil Soup! 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Shay is a &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Butternut_Squash_Soup\"><\/span>Butternut Squash Soup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5605570\/pexels-photo-5605570.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Butternut Squash Soup\" title=\"Butternut Squash Soup\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Nataliya Vaitkevich on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/metal-mug-of-pumpkin-soup-and-breadsticks-5605570\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:GhostWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/butternut-squash-soup-1741769669.jpg\" alt=\"Butternut Squash Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loveandlemons.com\/butternut-squash-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Butternut Squash Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Love and Lemons<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 45 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:GreenYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/roasted-butternut-squash-soup-1741769670.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted Butternut Squash Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cookieandkate.com\/roasted-butternut-squash-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Roasted Butternut Squash Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Cookie and Kate<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8. Ingredients: 1 \u0447 5 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/butternut-squash-soup-1741769670.jpg\" alt=\"Butternut Squash Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/77981\/butternut-squash-soup-ii\/\" target=\"_blank\">Butternut Squash Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7. Ingredients: 1 \u0447 <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>With its smooth texture and naturally sweet flavor, butternut squash soup is a holiday favorite that feels both elegant and homey. The crock pot allows the squash to become incredibly tender, blending effortlessly into a creamy delight. It\u2019s like a warm bowl of sunshine on a cold day!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 large butternut squash, peeled and diced<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 apples, peeled and chopped<\/li>\n<li>4 cups vegetable broth<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>Optional: cream or coconut milk for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This soup is popular not only for its delicious taste but also for its beautiful golden color, which brightens up any holiday table. The combination of squash and apples brings a delightful sweetness, while the cinnamon adds a hint of warmth that is oh-so-inviting. It\u2019s a wonderful way to showcase seasonal ingredients and impress your guests!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/butternut-squash-soup-1741769696.jpg\" alt=\"Butternut Squash Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3bqRscI80Hk\" target=\"_blank\">Butternut Squash Soup<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/amazing-butternut-squash-soup-recipe-1741769696.jpg\" alt=\"Amazing Butternut Squash Soup Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3DoSbO29VI4\" target=\"_blank\">Amazing Butternut Squash Soup Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/creamy-butternut-squash-soup-1741769697.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Butternut Squash Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WdTeln4Q9ZA&#038;pp=ygUMI2NyZWFteXNvdXBz\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Butternut Squash Soup<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hearty_Beef_and_Barley_Soup\"><\/span>Hearty Beef and Barley Soup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/1731535\/pexels-photo-1731535.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Hearty Beef and Barley Soup\" title=\"Hearty Beef and Barley Soup\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Cats Coming on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/noodles-soup-with-meat-on-bowl-1731535\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleGoldenRod\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/beef-barley-soup-1741769675.jpg\" alt=\"Beef Barley Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spendwithpennies.com\/beef-barley-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Beef Barley Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Spend With Pennies<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Pearl barley, red wine, beef gravy mix, rib, beef broth Total Time: 1 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Gainsboro\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/beef-barley-soup-1741769675-1.jpg\" alt=\"Beef Barley Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouseats.com\/beef-barley-soup-recipe\" target=\"_blank\">Beef Barley Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Serious Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: Beef short ribs, asian fish sauce, pearled barley, carrots, garlic Total Time: 2 hr 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PeachPuff\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hearty-beef-barley-soup-1741769676.jpg\" alt=\"Hearty Beef Barley Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cooktoria.com\/hearty-beef-barley-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hearty Beef Barley Soup<\/a><\/strong> from cooktoria<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6. Ingredients: Boneless chuck roast, pearl barley, chicken broth, tomato paste, carrots Total Time: 1 hr 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for something filling and hearty, this beef and barley soup is the answer. Packed with tender chunks of beef, fresh veggies, and nutty barley, it\u2019s a meal in a bowl that\u2019s perfect for cozy nights. The slow cooking brings out all the flavors, making it taste like it simmered all day long!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 lb beef stew meat, cubed<\/li>\n<li>1 cup pearl barley<\/li>\n<li>2 carrots, sliced<\/li>\n<li>2 celery stalks, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, chopped<\/li>\n<li>4 cups beef broth<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon dried thyme<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe is a holiday favorite because it&#8217;s not only filling but also incredibly comforting. The barley adds a unique texture that sets it apart from other soups, and the beef becomes incredibly tender after hours in the crock pot. It&#8217;s perfect for serving on a chilly evening when you want something hearty and satisfying!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/beef-barley-soup-the-best-comfort-food-youll-ever-taste-1741769699.jpg\" alt=\"Beef Barley Soup: The Best Comfort Food You&#039;ll Ever Taste\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=l2i1w3w5bLE\" target=\"_blank\">Beef Barley Soup: The Best Comfort Food You&#039;ll Ever Taste<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/one-pot-beef-and-barley-soup-1741769700.jpg\" alt=\"One Pot Beef and Barley Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VilDvNgn1mA\" target=\"_blank\">One Pot Beef and Barley Soup<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/traditional-beef-and-barley-soup-recipe-1741769700.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional Beef and Barley Soup Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CdNEydiugKs\" target=\"_blank\">Traditional Beef and Barley Soup Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minestrone_Soup\"><\/span>Minestrone Soup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CornflowerBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/minestrone-soup-1741769681.jpg\" alt=\"Minestrone Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loveandlemons.com\/minestrone-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Minestrone Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Love and Lemons<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 45 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Thistle\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/classic-minestrone-soup-1741769681.jpg\" alt=\"Classic Minestrone Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cookieandkate.com\/classic-minestrone-soup-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Classic Minestrone Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Cookie and Kate<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: 1 \u0447 5 \u043c\u0438\u043d Total Time: classic minestrone soup. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Linen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/jamies-minestrone-soup-1741769682.jpg\" alt=\"Jamie&#039;s Minestrone Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/13333\/jamies-minestrone\/\" target=\"_blank\">Jamie&#039;s Minestrone Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8. Ingredients: 1 \u0447 20 \u043c\u0438\u043d Total Time: jamie&#039;s minestrone soup. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This Italian classic is a colorful medley of vegetables, pasta, and beans, making it both nutritious and delicious. The slow cooker allows the flavors to develop beautifully, resulting in a soup that\u2019s bursting with taste. It\u2019s a great way to use up leftover veggies and create a dish that feels like a warm hug!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 can of kidney beans, drained<\/li>\n<li>1 can of diced tomatoes<\/li>\n<li>1 zucchini, diced<\/li>\n<li>1 carrot, diced<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 cup small pasta (like ditalini)<\/li>\n<li>4 cups vegetable broth<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Minestrone is loved for its versatility and heartiness. You can toss in any vegetables you have on hand, and it always turns out delicious! Plus, it\u2019s a fantastic way to incorporate more veggies into your holiday meals without anyone noticing!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/how-to-make-minestrone-soup-like-an-italian-1741769703.jpg\" alt=\"How to Make MINESTRONE SOUP Like an Italian\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=c_L7ohYOkrg\" target=\"_blank\">How to Make MINESTRONE SOUP Like an Italian<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/minestrone-soup-jamie-oliver-who-else-needs-a-comforting-1741769703.jpg\" alt=\"Minestrone Soup | Jamie Oliver | Who else needs a comforting ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/jamieoliver\/videos\/minestrone-soup-jamie-oliver\/2565669483598796\/\" target=\"_blank\">Minestrone Soup | Jamie Oliver | Who else needs a comforting &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/homemade-minestrone-soup-keep-cooking-carry-on-1741769704.jpg\" alt=\"Homemade Minestrone Soup | Keep Cooking &amp; Carry On ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=alU_S3c8XBo\" target=\"_blank\">Homemade Minestrone Soup | Keep Cooking &amp; Carry On &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spicy_Sweet_Potato_and_Black_Bean_Soup\"><\/span>Spicy Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlueViolet\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/creamy-sweet-potato-black-bean-soup-1741769686.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cravingsomethinghealthy.com\/chipotle-sweet-potato-black-bean-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Craving Something Healthy<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. 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