Quinoa Soup
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2 Tbsp olive oil
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½ medium onion (diced)
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3 medium carrots (peeled and diced)
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2 stalks celery (diced)
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4 garlic cloves (minced)
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4 cups bone broth
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1 15-oz. can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
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1 + ¼ cup quinoa (uncooked and rinsed well in a fine mesh colander)
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1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes (undrained)
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1 8-oz. can tomato sauce
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1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
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Pinch red pepper flakes
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2 cups fresh spinach (coarsely chopped)
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1 + ½ cups half and half
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Salt and pepper
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Parmesan cheese (for topping)
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Heat the oil in a large saucepan or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper and saute, stirring occasionally for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft.
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Add the stock, chickpeas, quinoa, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and Italian seasoning to the pot and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, partially covered for 20-25 minutes.
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When it’s ready to serve, stir in the spinach and cream. Top the soup with grated parmesan.