TUSCAN STYLE BEAN SOUP

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This is all you need for a filling meal. This recipe is from the WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association. Preparation time: 15 minutes.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 cups low fat, low sodium chicken broth
1 cup canned whole tomatoes, chopped
1 ½ cups kidney beans, cooked
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
½ cup chopped spinach
1 cup seashell pasta
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium high heat, combine the oil, onion and garlic and saute for 5 minutes. Add the red bell pepper and saute for 3 more minutes. Add the broth, tomatoes and beans. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the thyme, spinach and pasta. Simmer for 5 more minutes and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 409.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

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