SPINACH & SHELLS SOUP

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I played around with this recipe for 15 years before I got it just right! Served with toasted garlic bread, it makes a wonderful wintertime lunch.-Joyce Toney, Peoria, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 cup uncooked small pasta shells
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the broth, tomatoes, pasta, bouillon and garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until pasta is almost tender. , Stir in the beans, spinach, basil, oregano and pepper; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until heated through and pasta is tender. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Naomi Mhaleni
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I would not recommend this recipe. It was a waste of time and ingredients.


Orange World
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This soup was a disappointment. The broth was watery and the shells were mushy.


Muhammad zaheer
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I thought this soup was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland for my taste.


Sp Sheikh Emon
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very creamy.


saab tw
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use frozen spinach, which makes it a great option for a quick and easy meal.


Kalani Imurani
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Brian Berry
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I've made this soup for years and it's always a favorite. It's a great comfort food for a cold winter day.


Edgar Allan Dro
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a good source of protein and calcium.


Bob Henry
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I wasn't sure how I would like this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's very flavorful and the shells add a nice texture.


Stephen Baidoo
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use frozen spinach, which makes it a great option for a quick and easy meal.


Prince Raj
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I've made this soup for years and it's always a favorite. It's a great comfort food for a cold winter day.


Michael Geoffroy
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a good source of protein and calcium.


Eva Peterson
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I wasn't sure how I would like this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's very flavorful and the shells add a nice texture.


Tommy Freeman
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use frozen spinach, which makes it a great option for a quick and easy meal.


Cadi Hopper
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor.


S.I. HASAN
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Delicious! I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Mr. SuavaeTV
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This recipe was easy to follow and the soup turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt and pepper to taste.


X Nsgd
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This soup was a hit with my family! The flavors of the spinach, cheese, and shells blended perfectly, and the broth was rich and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.