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Minestrone Soup

Jennifer
 I just wanted to share the healthy recipe that I tried last month for the December Wellness Challenge.
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots finely chopped
  • 4 cups low-sodium organic vegetable broth
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce
  • 1 lbs swiss chard stems trimmed, leaves chopped
  • 1 medium russet potato peeled, chopped
  • 1 can cannellini beans drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 6 tsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 6 tsp chopped fresh flat leave (Italian) parsley

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook, stirring frequently for 8 minutes, or until onion is translucent.
  • Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently for 1 minute.
  • Add broth, Tomato Sauce, chard, and potato. Bring to a boil for 8 minutes, or until chard is wilted and potato is tender.
  • Add beans; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately sprinkled evenly with cheese and parsley.