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White Bean Soup

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MATERIALS

Makes ~4 servings

  • 1 tbsp oil (omit if water sauteing)

  • 1 1/2 cups onion, diced

  • 1 1/2 cups carrot, diced

  • 3/4 cup celery, diced

  • 2 1/2 tbsp garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp dried basil

  • 1 tsp dried rosemary

  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper

  • 1/4 tsp sage

  • 6 cups veggie broth (or water)

  • 1 can diced tomatoes

  • 2 cans cannellini beans, drained (or other white bean)

  • 1 cup whole wheat pasta

  • 1 bunch kale

  • Salt and pepper to taste

PROCEDURE

1. Heat oil, if using, in a pot over medium heat. Saute onion, carrot, celery, garlic, and spices until veggies begin to soften. 

2. Add broth (or water), tomatoes, and beans and bring to a boil.

3. Add in pasta, reduce heat and simmer for ~20 minutes or until pasta is done.

4. Add kale in the last few minutes before serving. Salt and pepper to taste.

THE RUNDOWN

A rich, savory, and filling soup. Sometimes referred to as a Tuscan soup. Try it and let us know what you think!

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