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White Bean Soup Recipe

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White Bean Soup Recipe

This White Bean Soup is incredibly creamy, nourishing and so easy to to make. It’s a simple one-pot meal you can throw together in about 30 minutes. Naturally dairy and gluten free!

Here’s a simple and delicious white bean soup recipe that’s perfect for a cozy meal:

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans (such as cannellini or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base:
    • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
    • Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
    • Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  2. Season and Simmer:
    • Stir in the dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf.
    • Add the drained and rinsed white beans, vegetable broth, and water.
    • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  3. Blend (Optional):
    • For a creamier soup, use an immersion blender to puree some of the soup until you reach your desired consistency. Alternatively, you can transfer a portion of the soup to a regular blender, blend until smooth, and then return it to the pot.
  4. Add Greens (Optional):
    • If using spinach or kale, stir it into the soup and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the greens are wilted and tender.
  5. Finish and Serve:
    • Remove the bay leaf from the soup.
    • Stir in the lemon juice, if using, to brighten the flavors.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
  6. Enjoy:
    • Serve the soup hot with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips

  • Variations: You can add other vegetables like potatoes, zucchini, or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Make it Vegan: Ensure your broth is vegetable-based and consider adding nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

Enjoy your warm, comforting bowl of white bean soup!

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