There is nothing like a solid stand-by recipe you can rely upon time and time again that provides your family with a quick, nutritious and tasty meal. This is how I feel about this week’s recipe, Hearty Two-Bean Minestrone. While I have prepared and tried several other tasty minestrone recipes, I have never found one as full of flavor, easy to prepare, or as budget-friendly as this one.
Because this recipe uses low-sodium beans, the sodium content in this recipe is much less when compared to many other soup recipes. This is important because too much sodium in a person’s diet can contribute to high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease. I also think the whole wheat pasta and kale or Swiss chard options make this soup extra satisfying. They provide extremely flavorsome sources of fiber, texture and vitamins. This is, again, very important to consider because diets that include whole grains and a variety of dark green and orange vegetables have been shown to help lower a person’s risk of heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer, as well as protect against Type 2 diabetes. What a win-win situation!
The next time you need an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe, I recommend Hearty Two-Bean Minestrone. My only warning...you may want to consider doubling the recipe. People are bound to want seconds (or thirds!) and soup is always a great left-over.
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Cannot wait to try this recipe. I would be interested in knowing the fiber content with those great ingredients. Enjoyed the presentation.
Thanks so much for your note and question, Paula! The dietary fiber content in this recipe is 8.81 grams per serving. According to the American Dietetics Association, if a food has 5 grams of fiber or more per serving, it is considered "high fiber." That being said, this dish can be considered a great way to add valuable fiber to your diet!
Please be sure and check back with us after you have had an opportunity to try this recipe. As I mentioned on the tape, take advantage of the great taste, nutrients and fiber by adding the optional chard or kale.
Enjoy - and may you continue on the road to a happy and healthy lifestyle!
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