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Tuscan White Bean Soup

Tuscan White Bean Soup

A hearty and comforting Tuscan White Bean Soup made with pantry staples, perfect for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
  • 2 medium Carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 stalks Celery, diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced or pressed
  • 3 cans (15 oz each) Cannellini Beans, rinsed and drained
  • 6 cups Vegetable Broth, low sodium
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes, fire-roasted
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme, leaves removed from stem
  • 1 bunch Lacinato Kale, stemmed and chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, optional
  • Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
  • Parmesan Cheese, for serving, freshly grated

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 8 to 10 minutes until translucent and tender.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the drained Cannellini beans and canned diced tomatoes. Stir to coat the beans in the aromatic oil and herbs.
  4. Add the vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
  5. For a creamier soup, remove about one cup of the soup, blend it, and stir it back into the pot.
  6. Stir in the chopped kale and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes until tender.
  7. Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor. This soup can be made in a slow cooker as well. It freezes beautifully for future meals.