1 (19 oz) can red kidney beans, drained & rinsed .
7 c fat-free low-sodium chicken broth .
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes .
6 garlic cloves, crushed .
1 c quick-cooking barley .
1/4 tsp ground pepper .
1/4 c parmesan cheese, grated
Directions
Step #1 In a large soup pot, bring broth through rosemary to a boil, reduce heat & let simmer for 15 mins (this gives the stock a homemade taste, if I am using homemade stock I skip the 15 min & the other ingredients).
Step #2 Drain stock through a sieve & discard solids.
Step #3 Measure 1 c of beans & mash with a fork.
Step #4 Heat oil in pan to medium, cook onion celery & carrot for 4 mins.