Ingredients

INGREDIENTS
2 Small leeks (or 1 large), white and light green parts sliced thin crosswise (about 3/4 cup) and washed thoroughly
2 Medium carrots , peeled and cut into small dice (about 3/4 cup)
2 Small onions , peeled and cut into small dice (about 3/4 cup)
2 Medium ribs celery , trimmed and cut into small dice (about 3/4 cup)
1 Medium baking potato , peeled and cut into medium dice (about 1 1/4 cups)
1 Medium zucchini , trimmed and cut into medium dice (about 1 1/4 cups)
3 cups Stemmed spinach leaves , cut into thin strips
(28 ounce) can Whole tomatoes , packed in juice, drained, and chopped
8 cups Water
1 Parmesan cheese rind , about 5 x 2 inches
Table salt
1/2 cup Arborio rice (or small pasta shape, such as elbows, ditalini, or orzo)
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans , drained and rinsed (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup Basil pesto (or 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary mixed with 1 teaspoon minced garlic and 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil)
Ground black pepper

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