Minestrone Risotto

May 20, 2014

135

Two Italian classics combine for one fantastic meal!

3 slices bacon, chopped fine
1 T. olive oil
1/2 large sweet onion, minced
3 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 stalks celery, peeled and chopped
1 1/2 c. arborio rice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. dried rosemary
1/2 t. dried oregano
5 c. beef, chicken or vegetable stock
1 can (15 oz.) white cannellini beans
1 can (14.5 oz) petite diced tomatoes, drained (I used Red Gold Petite Diced with Garlic and Olive Oil)

In a large pot, warm the beef stock and keep it warm with a lid on. Drain the tomatoes, reserving the juice. Add the juice to your stock. In a large, heavy bottomed soup pot over medium heat, add the bacon...
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Nutritions

Calories
3678

Sodium
1106mg
46% DV

Fat
341g
525% DV

Protein
20g
41% DV

Carbs
96g
32% DV

Fiber
10g
41% DV