TERRIFIC TUSCAN VEGETABLE SOUP

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From USA Weekend 2/26/12 by Ellie Krieger "This Italian-style recipe is packed with six vegetables varieties -- plus beans -- making it an excellent source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and a good source of protein and minerals -- all for less than 150 calories a serving. mashing some of the beans before putting them in the soup thickens the herb-infused broth, giving it a hearty body."

Provided by tinebean21

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 1 pot, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
1 medium carrot, diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 stalks celery, diced (about 1/2 cup)
1 small zucchini, diced (about 1/2 lb)
1 garlic clove, minced (about 1 tsp.)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage or 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, plus more to taste
4 cups low sodium chicken or 4 cups vegetable broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added tomatoes, with their juices
2 ounces baby spinach leaves, chopped (2 cups lightly packed)
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash half of the beans with a masher or the back of a spoon; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large soup pot over med-high heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, zucchini, garlic, thyme, sage, salt and pepper, until the vegetables are tender (about 5 mins).
  • Add broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil.
  • Add the mashed and whole beans and the spinach leaves; cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes more.
  • Serve topped with the parmesan, if desired.

Carsongtmg098
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This soup is delicious! The flavors are so well-balanced and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I love the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and the Parmesan cheese. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Anette Brackett
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's perfect for a cold winter day. I love that it's packed with vegetables, and I especially love the sun-dried tomatoes and the Parmesan cheese. I will definitely be making this soup again and


Zack Clips
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of vegetables and the broth is so flavorful. I also like that it's a relatively easy soup to make. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Saqi Saqi
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit! My family loves the flavor and the vegetables are always cooked perfectly. I also like that it's a relatively easy soup to make. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Rebecca Johnson (LadyPeggy)
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This soup is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either. The broth is a little bland and the vegetables are a bit mushy. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Muzzamal King
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I was really excited to try this soup, but I was disappointed. The broth was bland and the vegetables were overcooked. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Arslan Khaskhlie
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This soup is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of vegetables and the broth is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Kelvben TV
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I'm not a huge fan of vegetable soup, but this one is really good! The broth is flavorful and the vegetables are cooked just right. I especially love the sun-dried tomatoes and the Parmesan cheese. I would definitely make this soup again.


Rizwan Razy
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This soup is delicious! The flavors are so well-balanced and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I love the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and the Parmesan cheese. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Alex Pullins
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavor and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I also liked that it was a relatively easy soup to make. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Michael Frosh
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's perfect for a cold winter day. I love that it's packed with vegetables, and I especially love the sun-dried tomatoes and the Parmesan cheese. I will definitely be making this soup again and