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Italian White Bean Soup

Italian White Bean Soup: Your Cozy Comfort in a Bowl

Enjoy this Italian White Bean Soup, a simple and hearty vegetarian dish perfect for cozy nights and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil for a lighter flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion, diced Yellow or white onions work best.
  • 2 stalks Celery, diced Can substitute with leeks for different profile.
  • 2 medium Carrots, diced Substitute with parsnips for unique flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended.
Main Components
  • 1 can (15 ounces) White Beans, drained and rinsed Cannellini or Great Northern beans are ideal.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Use chicken broth for a non-vegetarian version.
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) Diced Tomatoes, undrained Fresh tomatoes can be used during peak season.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be substituted using three times the amount.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Use fresh rosemary for a more potent flavor.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
Garnishing
  • Fresh Parsley For garnish, omit for simpler presentation.
  • Lemon Wedges For serving to add brightness.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 medium diced onion, 2 diced celery stalks, and 2 diced carrots. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Incorporate 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 1 can of drained and rinsed white beans and cook for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and add 1 can of undrained diced tomatoes. Bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Season with 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.
  7. Reduce heat to low, simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
  8. For creaminess, mash some beans against the pot's side, leaving others whole for texture.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, let sit off the heat for a few minutes.
  10. Ladle into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 9gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Italian White Bean Soup is super simple to make and a great choice for cozy nights.

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