"Full of flavor, this Italian Minestrone Soup is healthy, hearty, and so delicious!..."
INGREDIENTS
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4 ounces diced pancetta
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 large yellow onion, diced
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2 stalks celery, diced
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3 large carrots, diced
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1 and 1/2 cups green beans (trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces)
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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5 tablespoons tomato paste
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(1) 28 ounce can diced tomatoes
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(1) 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
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4 cups low-sodium chicken bone broth
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4 cups low-sodium beef bone broth
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(1) 15 ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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(1) 15 ounce can Cannellini beans
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1 and 1/2 cups elbow pasta
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2 cups fresh spinach
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1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated