Recipe Name Kale & White Bean Soup Submitted by courtney Recipe Description A warming, rustic soup that's healthy and satisfying on a cold winter day! Quantity 1 Quantity Unit Prep Time (minutes) 15 Cook Time (minutes) 20 Ready In (minutes) 35

Ingredients Amount Measure Ingredient 1 bunch Kale, chopped 3 1/2 cups cooked white beans 2 large (7-1/4" to 8-1/2" long) Carrots 1 stalk, small (5" long) celery 1 medium (2-1/2" dia) Onion, chopped 2 clove garlic minced 4 cups chicken broth or stock 1 teaspoon parsley flakes 1 teaspoon basil (dried) Steps Sequence Step 1 1. In a large pot, heat olive oil on medium. Add carrot, celery and onion; saute until soft. Add garlic, saute for 1 minute. 2 2. Add chopped kale and saute until soft. 3 3. Add 3 cups of broth, 2 cups of beans, herbs, salt and pepper to taste. Simmer 5 minutes. 4 4. In a blender or food processor, mix the remaining beans and broth until smooth. Stir into soup to thicken. Simmer 15 minutes. 5 5. Ladle into bowls