INGREDIENTS
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2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
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1 1/2 lb lean ground beef, 7% fat
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1/2 cup Italian-style bread crumbs
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1 egg, beaten (or 1/4 cup egg substitute)
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2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
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1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
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1 tablespoon canola oil
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8 oz carrot trinity mix (fresh diced onions, celery, carrots)
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3 cups fresh spinach leaves
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2 cans cannellini beans (15–16 oz), drained
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1 (32-oz) box unsalted chicken stock
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese