Today I have a delicious soup for you. 3 (19 oz.) The ingredients soak up the flavor as they simmer, the zucchini maintains an al dente crunch, and the white beans (and cheese, if you use it!) One of the best parts of the morning walk is being outside. Pair it with a nice salad, a crusty roll or some cornbread and you are all set. For many years I was a jogger, running about 4 days a week. Beautiful aren't they? 3 strips bacon (4 oz. ), coarsely chopped, 3 (19 oz.) And it uses up some of the surplus of summer squash. Add the garlic, thyme and rosemary to the pot. Just walk like you are in a hurry. Add the zucchini and salt. I'm Catherine - a nurse, health coach, trained plant-based chef -trying every day to achieve health and ward off cancer and illness through delicious food and good living, So glad you stopped by to join me in my quest! Reduce heat and simmer soup for 15 minutes. (Oh to be as happy as a spoiled dog!) Measure 4 cups of beans. Add zucchini, carrot, white beans, vegetable broth, cayenne pepper and salt to taste. Lastly I cut some hydrangeas from my garden to keep in my dining room. Nutrition © Copyright 2020 Meredith Corporation. 3 ears of corn, kernels sliced off. Can you see in reference to that house? Stir in beans and broth and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Besides the quiet time and being outside, walking is really good for you. Add the celery and carrots and cook for about 4 minutes. MyRecipes is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved. The photo above is the scene behind my Mom's house. After I hurt my knee some years ago, I started walking. I actually put mine in the freezer to use some other time. To get the maximum benefit, you can't "stroll" although even that is better than sitting. Hello again. Drain the beans and put them into a large soup pot with the kombu and the 8 cups or water and bring to a boil. 28 ounces white beans (cannellini beans), drained. You don't need special clothes or equipment. The night before you want the stew, rinse the beans and place them in a large bowl and cover with water. Stir in chives and season with pepper. I cannot believe how tall they are. It started when I had Beau for the month. They are at least 10 feet tall! 2 medium zucchini, halved and diced. Add onion, garlic, green onion, celery, thyme, Italian seasoning and cook until onion is soft. Reserve extra beans for another use. It has turned into a daily routine for me. Rested and excited for a new day. From chips and dip to one-bite apps, finger foods are the perfect way to kick off a party. Add onion to rendered fat in saucepan. Whether you're cooking for yourself or for a family, these easy dinners are sure to leave everyone satisfied and stress-free. Add the onion and saute for about 5 minutes, until tender. Heat oil in a pot on medium-high heat. Last week I went to Clover for a family lunch and walked the next morning. So every morning for 4 weeks I got up and walked him. This one is not too heavy and not too thick but still filling. Do try the soup. It is a habit I have kept up since then, missing only 3 or 4 days since Beau and I started in June. Info. There was no rest day, or sleep late and skip it day because he was always waiting on me. It is quiet, the birds are singing, the sun comes up.....I can think through my day (or my life!) The recipe makes extra beans which you can use for any number of things.....add to salad, whirl into a white bean dip, mash into refried beans. Add the garlic, thyme and rosemary to the pot. Saute for 1 minute. MyRecipes.com is part of the Allrecipes Food Group. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring often, until crisp, about 5 minutes. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. It is also easy. Tasty and easy. You only need a good pair of shoes and the will to put them on. You can read about the health benefits of walking here. Use a round loaf of sour dough bread as the serving bowl as well as the side dish for this easy bean soup. Let soak 8 hours or overnight. It reduces risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, and promotes mental acuity. Drain the beans through a colander into a large bowl, saving the cooking liquid. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, until the carrots are just tender. 2 scallion greens, thinly sliced, for garnish. 3 cups of dried white beans (cannellini, navy or Great Northern), 4 cups of bean cooking liquid (or cooking liquid and water to make 4 cups). Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the cooked beans and the 4 cups of liquid (cooking broth and water). Watching the seasons change, the flowers bloom. So that's it for today. The kombu in the beans is a seaweed that makes beans more digestible (i.e less gas). I realized it is a great way to start the day. Over time you will get faster as you get fitter. Bring soup to a boil, reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes, until thick The reward is beans that are 100x better than canned, and a broth that makes the soup.