Tuscan-Style Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (15-ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can red beans, drained and rinsed
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the Italian seasoning and cook for 1 minute.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Add the white and red beans and simmer for 5 minutes.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Stir in the parsley and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Tuscan-style bean soup is a popular Italian dish that originated in the Tuscan region of Italy.
• The soup is traditionally made with white and red beans, vegetables, and herbs.
• The soup is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.