Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 sweet onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 (14-ounce can) fire-roasted tomatoes
- 2 (14-ounce cans) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 parmesan rind
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
- 5 ounces fresh spinach, frozen is fine too
- Crushed red pepper, for topping
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the onions soften, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste, basil, oregano, and thyme. Continue to cook for 5 more minutes, stirring often, until the tomato paste darkens.
- Add the tomatoes, beans, stock, and parmesan rind. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, covering for the last 10 minutes.
- Remove the lid and stir in the cream. Add the parmesan cheese and spinach. Cook for 5 to 10 more minutes, stirring often, until the cheese melts and the spinach wilts. Season with additional salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, topped with extra parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach for a vibrant color or frozen spinach for convenience.
- Add extra crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.
- Pair with crusty bread or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian