1 leek (white and light green part only), thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup farro
2 cups water, or more if needed
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 ½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 zucchini, diced (Optional)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bunch kale, leaves stripped from stems and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Blend contents of 1 can cannellini beans with its liquid in a blender until pureed.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir celery, carrots, Spanish onion, and leek in hot oil until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes; add garlic and continue cooking until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes more.
Step 3
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