1 / 13 Smoky Minestrone with Tortellini and Parsley or Basil Pesto

Food52: We love WinnieAb's proclivity for combining delicious, nutritious ingredients (like the many vegetables in this soup) with a touch of the indulgent (bacon, cheese tortellini). The smokiness of the bacon permeates the minestrone, imbuing the tomatoey broth with a depth of flavor it wouldn't have otherwise. The bright, rustic pesto (we used parsley, but basil would be great too) is a superb final addition, adding a garlicky, herbal kick. <strong><a href="http://www.food52.com/recipes/4661_smoky_minestrone_with_tortellini_and_parsley_or_basil_pesto" target="_hplink">Get the recipe</a>.</strong> <em>Photo: Sarah Shatz</em>