Bean Stew

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 3 whole carrots, peeled, chopped
• 2 ribs celery, diced
• 2 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 3 Tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 1/2 Tablespoon dried Italian Seasoning
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 large potato, peeled, chopped
• 3 (15 ounce) cans white beans ((drained and rinsed))
• fresh parsley for garnish

Steps

1. 1

   In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil, onions, carrots, and celery. Cook and stir for about 8 minutes to soften the vegetables.

2. 2

   Add the garlic, tomato paste, dried Italian Seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Pour in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with liquid), potato, and white beans (drained and rinsed). Stir to combine, cover with a lid, and simmer for 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a side of French bread!