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Hearty Bean and Spinach Soup Recipe

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Hearty Bean and Spinach Soup Recipe

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans or white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup uncooked pasta (small shapes like ditalini or elbow)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (for garnish)
  • Optional: 1 bay leaf and 1 parmesan rind for extra flavor

Instructions:

  1. Sauté the Vegetables:
    • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
    • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Add Tomatoes and Broth:
    • Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juice. Add the broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
    • If using, add the bay leaf and Parmesan rind for extra depth of flavor.
  3. Cook the Beans and Pasta:
    • Add the drained and rinsed beans to the pot.
    • Stir in the dried oregano, basil, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
    • Add the uncooked pasta and simmer until the pasta is tender, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add Spinach:
    • Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the fresh spinach. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
    • Remove the bay leaf and Parmesan rind if used.
  5. Season and Serve:
    • Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
    • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of black pepper.
  6. Enjoy:
    • Serve hot with crusty bread on the side for a comforting and nourishing meal.

This soup is versatile, so feel free to add other vegetables or swap the spinach for kale or another leafy green. It’s a great, hearty meal that’s full of flavor and nutrition!

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