Ribolitta-- Italian Soup

Makes 8
HollyHolly

ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small thin slice pancetta (italian bacon) or substitute 3 slices regular bacon
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery, chopped
  • 1 red pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can diced or crushed tomatoes
  • 1 carton fat free chicken broth
  • 1 can Cannellini beans (or white kidney beans)
  • 1 box frozen chopped spinach
  • Fresh basil
  • Parmesan cheese

directions

  • 1

    Saute pancetta in extra virgin olive oil until crisp.

  • 2

    Add onion, celery, peppers and saute until translucent.

  • 3

    Add garlic and saute-- do not burn the garlic.

  • 4

    Salt and pepper to taste.

  • 5

    Add tomatoes, cannellini beans and chicken broth. Simmer 30 mins. Add spinach. Simmer 10-15 min longer.

  • 6

    Just before serving, add chopped fresh basil. Serve with day old crusty bread if desired. Top soup with fresh parmesan or romano cheese to taste.

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