Swiss Chard, White Bean & Sausage Soup Recipe by Eve

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Ingredients

1 large bunch Swiss or rainbow chard, washed, dried with the ribs removed, chopped and set aside
1 large or 2 medium onions, diced
3-4 large cloves of garlic, minced or pressed
3-4 carrots, sliced
2 cans of cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
Half a bunch of fresh basil, rinsed, dried and chopped
Handful of fresh oregano, rinsed, dried and chopped
1 lb organic pork sausage, uncased (try to buy from a farmer near you)
1 quart of pureed or chopped tomatoes
However many Parmesan or Romano rinds you can rustle up
A few tsps chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
2 Tbsps olive oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste