Quick Tomato, White Bean and Kale Soup
"A hearty minestrone does not always require hours on the stove. This one takes no more than an hour, start to finish. Some of the prep can be done while the soup is simmering. Here’s the most efficient way to get this done quickly:1. Chop the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic2. Sweat the above and add the tomatoes (Step 1). 3. While the tomatoes are cooking down (still Step 1) measure out all of the remaining ingredients except the kale and beans, and dice the potato. Proceed with Step 2.4. While the soup is simmering, prepare the kale and beans, and proceed with Step 3. Featured in: Quick One Dish Meals, Some Cooking Required. Learn: How to Cook Beans..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 large carrot, chopped
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1 stick celery, chopped (optional)
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Salt to taste
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2 large garlic cloves, minced
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1 14-ounce can chopped tomatoes, with juice
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6 cups water
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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1 teaspoon oregano
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1 medium Yukon gold potato (about 6 ounces), diced
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A bouquet garni made with a bay leaf, a couple of sprigs each parsley and thyme, and a Parmesan rind (optional – but it does add flavor; use what you have for this)
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1/2 pound kale, stemmed, washed thoroughly, and chopped or cut in slivers (4 cups chopped)
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1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
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Freshly ground pepper
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