Swiss Chard And Penne Soup
Steps
Steel knife: with food processor running , drop garlic through feed tube and mince.
Add onion and chop coarsely , using 6 to 8 on / off turns.
Remove leaves from chard and reserve.
Cut stems into feed tube lengths.
Ultra thick: stand stems in feed tube.
Slice , using light pressure.
Heat oil in heavy 4-quart saucepan over medium heat.
Add contents of work bowl and cook until soft , stirring occasionally , about 15 minutes.
Add stock and water.
Bring to a boil.
Mix in penne and cook 5 minutes.
Ultra thick: roll up chard leaves and arrange in feed tube.
Slice , using light pressure.
Add chard leaves to saucepan.
Mix in beans , fennel seed , red pepper flakes , salt and pepper.
Bring to boil and cook until penne is tender , about 3 minutes.
Can be made ahead.
Pass the parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
garlic, red onion, swiss chard, olive oil, chicken stock, water, penne, canned cannellini, fennel seed, red pepper flakes, salt & pepper, parmesan cheese