Thick green bean soup

Thick green bean soup: a comforting dish, full of flavor and health, perfect for chilly days! This simple and quick recipe is sure to become your favorite. The total preparation time is about 50 minutes, and the recipe is enough for 4 delicious servings.

Ingredients:
- 400 g fresh or frozen green beans
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 1 liter of vegetable broth (or water)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for a hint of spice)
- A bunch of fresh parsley, for garnish

For the dough spirals:
- 300 g pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 100 g grated cheese (mozzarella or parmesan)
- Olive oil for brushing
- 1 egg, beaten, for glaze

Instructions:

1. Start by preparing the soup. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent. Add the garlic and carrots, continuing to sauté for another 2 minutes to release the flavors.

2. Add the green beans and diced potatoes. Stir well, then pour in the vegetable broth or water. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika if you choose to use it. Let the soup simmer over medium heat, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

3. While the soup is simmering, prepare the dough spirals. Preheat the oven to 200 °C. On a floured work surface, roll out the pizza dough into a thin sheet. Cut it into thin strips, then twist each strip into a spiral shape.

4. Place the spirals on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, brush them with olive oil, and glaze with the beaten egg for a golden crust. Sprinkle grated cheese on top and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until they are crispy and golden.

5. Once the vegetables in the soup are cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until creamy. If you prefer a textured soup, you can leave some vegetable pieces intact.

6. Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley, alongside the crispy dough spirals. This combination will add a contrast of textures and flavors that will surely delight your taste buds.

Practical tips:
- If you want to add extra flavor, you can include a pinch of chili in the soup.
- Experiment with other vegetables, such as zucchini or spinach, to vary the recipe.
- The dough spirals can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container. You can bake them when you need them.

This thick green bean soup, accompanied by crispy spirals, is perfect for a quick and healthy dinner. Its rich taste and creamy texture will make you come back to it again and again! Enjoy every bite!

 Ingredients: 400 g frozen pizza dough, rock salt, thyme, 500 g green beans, 300 g potatoes, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 200 g ham cubes (can be replaced with small beef cubes), savory, 1 l vegetable broth, 2 tomatoes, pepper, parsley