hearty italian bean soup

How To Make hearty italian bean soup

• 1

  Remove 1 1/2 cup white kidney beans to medium bowl; mash beans until smooth with a potato masher or fork.
• 2

  In 5 quart pot, heat olive oil, ham, celery, carrots, onion, zucchini, basil, and pepper until veggies are tender and begin to brown, about 15 minutes.
• 3

  Stir in stewed tomatoes, chicken broth, chopped spinach, mashed white beans, and 2 cups water, use spoon to break up tomatoes; heat until boiling.
• 4

  Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes to blend flavors.
• 5

  Stir in remaining beans; heat through.
• 6

  Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve.
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