Three-Bean Minestra Recipe

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Three-Bean Minestra
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Directions:

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and garlic and cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, stock, water and cranberry beans and bring to a boil. Cover partially and cook over moderately low heat until the cranberry beans are tender, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the string beans and flat beans, cover partially and cook over moderate heat until tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook, stirring, until al dente. Drain the pasta and add it to the beans along with the parsley, vinegar, 1/2 cup of Parmesan and the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the minestra in deep bowls and pass extra Parmesan at the table.
  3. Make Ahead: The minestra can be prepared through Step 1 and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
  4. Wine Recommendation: Look for a Chianti with some spice and good acidity to stand up to the tomatoes and vinegar in the soup. Two choices: the 1997 Castellare di Castellina Chianti Classico or the 1997 Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 347.32 Kcal (1454 kJ)
Calories from fat 135.3 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15.03g 23%
Cholesterol 13.23mg 4%
Sodium 439.99mg 18%
Potassium 892.38mg 19%
Total Carbs 36.3g 12%
Sugars 5.98g 24%
Dietary Fiber 11.97g 48%
Protein 19.3g 39%
Vitamin C 20.8mg 35%
Iron 2.3mg 13%
Calcium 253.7mg 25%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 80.61 Kcal (337 kJ)
Calories from fat 31.4 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.49g 23%
Cholesterol 3.07mg 4%
Sodium 102.12mg 18%
Potassium 207.13mg 19%
Total Carbs 8.43g 12%
Sugars 1.39g 24%
Dietary Fiber 2.78g 48%
Protein 4.48g 39%
Vitamin C 4.8mg 35%
Iron 0.5mg 13%
Calcium 58.9mg 25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 7.4
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

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