Tuscan Bean and Barley Soup Recipe

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Tuscan Bean and Barley Soup
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Directions:

  1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat.
  2. Add pancetta and saute until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes.
  3. Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels; set aside.
  4. Add onion, carrot, celery, and fennel to the pot; saute until softened, about 6 minutes.
  5. Add beans, garlic, rosemary, sage, thyme, and about 6 cups water, or as much as is needed to cover the beans by about 2 inches; bring to a boil.
  6. Decrease heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
  7. Discard rosemary, sage, and thyme sprigs.
  8. Meanwhile, cook barley according to package directions and set aside.
  9. Using an immersion blender, or in a food processor or blender in batches, puree soup until smooth.
  10. Return to the pot, if necessary.
  11. Add barley and pancetta; bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  12. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  13. Ladle into heated bowls, drizzle with olive oil and garnish with Parmesan curls.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 153.38 Kcal (642 kJ)
Calories from fat 70.4 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.82g 12%
Cholesterol 9.17mg 3%
Sodium 434.11mg 18%
Potassium 298.66mg 6%
Total Carbs 16.28g 5%
Sugars 1.22g 5%
Dietary Fiber 5.11g 20%
Protein 5.16g 10%
Vitamin C 3.9mg 7%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 1.3mg 7%
Calcium 47.8mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 111.47 Kcal (467 kJ)
Calories from fat 51.17 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.69g 12%
Cholesterol 6.66mg 3%
Sodium 315.49mg 18%
Potassium 217.05mg 6%
Total Carbs 11.83g 5%
Sugars 0.89g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3.71g 20%
Protein 3.75g 10%
Vitamin C 2.9mg 7%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 1mg 7%
Calcium 34.7mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.9
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

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