Fasolada

Ingredients

• 2 cups beans
• 2 medium carrot
• 2 stalks celery
• 1 large onion
• 2 pieces garlic
• 2 large tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups spinach
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 6 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Rinse and soak the white beans overnight in water.
2. 2Drain and rinse the soaked beans, then add them to a large pot with fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until tender.
3. 3While the beans are cooking, chop the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
4. 4In a separate pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
5. 5Dice the tomatoes and add them to the pan with the other vegetables, cooking for another 5 minutes.
6. 6Once the beans are cooked and tender, add the sautéed vegetables to the pot. Add salt and black pepper.
7. 7Simmer the soup for another 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
8. 8Wash and chop the spinach and parsley.
9. 9Add the spinach and parsley to the pot, stirring until the spinach wilts.
10. 10Adjust seasoning according to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
11. 11Serve the soup warm, drizzling a bit more olive oil on top if desired.
12. 12Enjoy your nourishing bowl of Fasolada, rich in flavors and health benefits.