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Magic Minestrone
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 12
I got this recipe from Self magazine, it's a great way to get in your daily veggies and fiber!
Ingredients:
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon thyme
1 tablespoon olive oil
30 ounces broth
3 carrots, diced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 lb zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1/4 lb green beans, cut in 1 inch pieces
3 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking barley
1 (15 ounce) can white beans
8 cups spinach leaves
Directions:
1. In a large pot, over medium heat, cook the garlic, onion, celery and thyme in the olive oil, stirring, for 2 minutes, or until softened.
2. Add the broth, carrots, tomatoes, zucchini, green beans, water and salt.
3. Bring to a boil.
4. Add barley.
5. Reduce heat, simmer 15 minutes.
6. Stir in white beans and spinach, cook 5 more minutes.
By RecipeOfHealth.com