INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp
extra virgin olive oil
2
medium leeks, light green and white parts only, halved and sliced into half moons
1
large carrot, coarsely chopped
1
large parsnip, coarsely chopped
4 cloves
garlic, minced
1 cup
cubed butternut squash (cut into 1" cubes)
5 cups
water or vegetable stock (I used 4 cups of vegetable stock with 1 cup of water)
(1) 15 ounce can fire roasted diced tomatoes
1
bay leaf
1
large sprig thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
1 tbsp
freshly chopped rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
(1) 15 ounce can cannelini beans, rinsed and drained
1
bunch kale, torn
salt and pepper, to taste.
Freshly grated parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)