Minestrone Soup

Step by Step Instructions

1. 1

   Cook bacon

   Add bacon to a large stock pot or Dutch oven. Cook over medium-high heat until cooked but not crispy.

2. 2

   Add some vegetables

   Add diced onions, carrots and celery to the pot and continue cooking until almost tender.

3. 3

   Simmer with cheese rind

   Add chicken broth or vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon salt, zucchini, tomatoes and parmesan rind. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Let cook uncovered until vegetables are tender (at least 20 minutes).

4. 4

   Add rice and beans

   Add cauliflower rice, lupini beans and cook for 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Add spinach

   Stir in spinach leaves and add salt & pepper for taste. Stir until spinach has wilted into the soup. Remove rind and serve.