Hearty Minestrone Soup

Hearty Minestrone Soup
Hearty Minestrone Soup might be just the soup you are searching for. This recipe makes 4 servings with 318 calories, 11g of protein, and 17g of fat each. This recipe covers 24% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Not From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Autumn. This recipe is typical of Mediterranean cuisine. Head to the store and pick up garlic, bay leaves, canned tomatoes, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and dairy free diet.

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In a pot, cover the beans with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil. Simmer over low heat until tender, about 2 hours; add water to keep the beans covered.
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Drain the beans and reserve the cooking liquid.
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Meanwhile, in another pot, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil.
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Add the pancetta and cook over moderate heat until crisp, 4 minutes.
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Add the shallots, celery, onion, carrot and fennel, and cook until softened.
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Add the garlic, crushed pepper and bay leaves and cook, stirring, until fragrant.
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Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and broth; bring to a boil. Simmer over low heat for 1 hour.
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Add the beans and enough cooking liquid to thin out the soup. Discard the bay leaves; season with salt and pepper.
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In a bowl, toss the arugula and parsley with the lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Season with salt and pepper.
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Serve the soup in bowls; top with the salad.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score26
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