"A hearty soup packed with good-for-you veggies like corn, leek, carrots, and tomatoes and tender rice...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/2 large red onion, diced
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
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4 cloves of garlic, minced
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1 large leek, sliced (white and tender green parts only)
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1 large carrot, diced
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1 cup frozen corn
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1 cup frozen chopped spinach (see note)
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1 15 ounce can diced tomatoes
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32 ounces vegetable stock
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1 bay leaf
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1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 cup long grain white rice
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
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1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)