Northern Bean Soup-Italian

As the weather gets cooler, a soup can be the perfect meal. (Rice and beans served together makes a complete protein meal.) Serve with some quality bread and a salad for an easy meal.

The recipe makes 4-5 servings.

14 oz. frozen broad beans or a 14 1/2 oz. can of rinsed and drained Northern Beans

6 T. virgin olive oil

1 medium onion, (1 cup) finely chopped and fried in olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.

2 medium tomatoes skinned and very finely chopped or 16 oz. can diced tomatoes, processed until it becomes a sauce.

1 cup Arborio rice, rinsed until water runs clear

2T. butter mixed...