What You’ll Need:

• ~2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can white beans, rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 bay leaf

How to Make Them:

1. Saute onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened
2. Add garlic, thyme, and bay leaf; stir until fragrant
3. Add beans, tomatoes, and broth
4. Simmer 30-40 minutes; stir in greens just before serving
5. Salt and pepper to taste
6. Optional: add kale or spinach for color & texture

Ladle into your favorite bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and enjoy. Best served with crusty French baguette; Pinot Noir; candlelight and good company.