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Tuscan Ham And Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 3 15-ounce cans small white beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 1/2 cups cubed cooked ham
• 1 1/2 cups chopped carrot
• 1 cup thinly sliced celery
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 14.5-ounce cans diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano, undrained
• 2 14.5-ounce cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 8 cups torn kale or spinach leaves
• Finely shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

1. In a slow cooker combine all ingredients except spinach and cheese.
2. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
3. Before serving, stir in kale.
4. Sprinkle each serving with cheese.

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