White Bean Soup Recipe

Introduction

This comforting white bean soup is creamy, flavorful, and easy to make with pantry staples. It’s perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner, offering a hearty and nutritious meal in just one pot.

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic
• 3 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans
• 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper
• Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pour one can of cannellini beans, including the liquid, into a blender and purée until smooth. Drain the other two cans of beans and set aside.
2. Step 2: Mince the garlic and heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Sauté the garlic for about one minute, until very fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Add the puréed beans, the drained beans, broth, dried rosemary, dried thyme, crushed red pepper, and freshly cracked black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine well.
4. Step 4: Cover the pot, increase heat to medium-high, and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low, remove the lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Step 5: Lightly smash some of the beans in the pot to thicken the soup further. Taste and add salt if needed, as the broth’s saltiness may vary. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.

Tips & Variations

• For extra depth, add a diced onion along with the garlic when sautéing.
• Swap rosemary and thyme for Italian seasoning if you prefer a different flavor profile.
• Use low-sodium broth to better control the saltiness of the soup.
• Add a handful of chopped kale or spinach during the last 5 minutes of cooking for added greens.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth if the soup has thickened too much.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use dried beans instead of canned?

Yes, but be sure to soak and cook the dried beans thoroughly before using them in this recipe. It will add extra time but works well.

How can I make the soup creamier without using cream?

Pureeing one can of beans with its liquid creates a naturally creamy texture without the need for any dairy.

White Bean Soup Recipe

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This hearty and comforting White Bean Soup is a simple, flavorful meal made with cannellini beans, garlic, and aromatic herbs. It’s perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner and comes together quickly using basic pantry ingredients.

• Author: Lisa
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Soup
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Italian
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic
• 3 (15oz) cans cannellini beans
• 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper
• Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Purée the Beans: Pour one can of cannellini beans with its liquid into a blender and purée until smooth. Drain the remaining two cans of beans.
2. Sauté Garlic: Mince the garlic and sauté it in olive oil over medium heat in a soup pot for about one minute until fragrant.
3. Combine Ingredients: Add the puréed beans, drained beans, broth, dried rosemary, dried thyme, crushed red pepper, and freshly cracked black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
4. Simmer the Soup: Cover the pot with a lid, bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Remove the lid and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Thicken and Serve: Slightly smash some of the beans to thicken the soup further. Taste and add salt if necessary. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

• Adjust salt depending on the saltiness of your broth.
• Use vegetable broth to keep it vegetarian or chicken broth for more flavor.
• You can add a splash of lemon juice or a handful of fresh herbs for extra freshness.
• For a creamier texture, blend a larger portion of the beans before adding to the pot.

Keywords: White Bean Soup, Cannellini Bean Soup, Easy Soup Recipe, Vegetarian Soup, Hearty Soup, Garlic Bean Soup