Asparagus and Spinach Minestrone Soup
INGREDIENTS
• 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
• 2 small leeks, white and light green parts thinly sliced
• 1 large yellow bell pepper chopped
• 1 bunch asparagus ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 garlic cloves peeled and minced
• 1 Tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 20 oz can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups cooked or canned navy beans drained and rinsed
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 4 cups spinach
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In large saucepan over medium, heat oil.
2. Add leeks and yellow pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in asparagus and garlic; heat for 3 minutes.
4. Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper; heat for 1 minute.
5. Add tomatoes, beans, and broth to pot. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
6. Stir in spinach and lemon juice and heat for 5 minutes.
RECIPE COURTESY OF DELICIOUS LIVING
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THE PINELAND FARMS COMMITMENT
• No antibiotics from birth
• No added growth hormones from birth
• Pure vegetarian diet — no animal by-products
• Cattle are raised on GAPcertified farms in the Eastern US
• full-time outdoor access
• generous space requirement
• 3rd party audit
• PFNM works with approx. 150 Family Farms & Partners
• 100% of our beef is USDA graded Prime & Choice
• Grain finished to achieve consistent marbling
THE PINELAND PROMISE
Pineland Farms Natural Meats works exclusively with farmers who responsibly raise animals with no antibiotics or added growth hormones ever. We produce the highest-quality products for a consistently delicious eating experience.
