Garlic Parmesan Soup with Greens and Beans

I don’t always have chicken or vegetable broth on hand when a soup craving strikes, which is why I’ve always been drawn to recipes that start with plain old water, like this one. Consider this a quick, pantry-style broth: Bolster a pot of water with simple ingredients, like garlic, Parmesan, and herbs, and you’ve got a light yet flavorful base for something cozy. The trick is to start with more water than you actually need and let it simmer for about an hour so it reduces by half, which all