Minestrone
(noun)
A thick vegetable soup made with beans, pasta, and often potatoes, carrots, and cabbage, typically served with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
Origin:
Italian, from minestrare, to serve, from minestra, soup.
Examples:
- She ordered a bowl of minestrone soup to start her meal.
- The minestrone was thick and hearty, with a flavorful broth.
- He added a swirl of olive oil to the top of his bowl of minestrone.
- The minestrone was a popular dish in Italy, especially during the winter months.
- She added some diced tomatoes and basil to the pot of simmering minestrone for extra flavor.