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Italian Vegetable Soup




Source of Recipe


The Best Life Diet






Recipe Introduction


Kale is one of those incredibly healthful vegetables (rich in vitamin C, beta carotene, vitamin B6, and phytonutrients) that we could all do well to eat more of. Here's a perfect way to sneak it in.





List of Ingredients



• 1 large bunch kale
  
• 1 T olive oil
  
• 1 medium onion, chopped
  
• 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
  
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
  
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  
• 1 cup tomato puree
  
• 2 T tomato paste
  
• 6 cups water
  
• one 2-inch piece parmesan rind
  
• salt and crushed red pepper
  






Instructions



1. Wash the kale well. Remove the leaves from the stems and tear the leaves into medium-size pieces. Set aside.
   
2. Place a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Add the onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until softened. Add the carrot, celery, and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes longer, stirring often.
   
3. Stir in the tomato puree, tomato paste, and the water. Bring to a boil. Add the parmesan rind and kale. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the parmesan rind. Season the soup with salt and red pepper flakes.
   






Final Comments


Serves 4