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Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.","group":"prep","title":"Heat the olive oil","timerMinutes":7,"sourceTitle":"prep"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.","group":"flavor","title":"Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried oregano","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"flavor"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the cubed potatoes, diced tomatoes (with juice), and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.","group":"cook","title":"Add the cubed potatoes, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"cook"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.","group":"cook","title":"Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered,","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"cook"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Stir in the green beans and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.","group":"finish","title":"Stir in the green beans and simmer","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"finish"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, use high-quality vegetable stock. 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