White Bean Soup
A comforting, hearty, and aromatic white bean soup loaded with tender vegetables and savory herbs.
Ingredients
- •2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- •2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- •1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- •2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- •2 stalks celery, sliced
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- •1 sprig fresh rosemary
- •2 sprigs fresh thyme
- •2 cups fresh baby spinach or kale, chopped
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- •1 tablespoon lemon juice
- •Grated parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 6 to 8 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic, rosemary sprig, and thyme sprigs, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Pour in the broth and add half of the cannellini beans, while reserving the other half.
- 5
Mash the remaining half of the beans with a fork or potato masher to create a thick, creamy texture, then add them to the pot.
- 6
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7
Remove the rosemary and thyme sprigs from the pot and discard them.
- 8
Stir in the chopped spinach or kale, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted and tender.
- 9
Season the soup with kosher salt and black pepper, then stir in the fresh lemon juice just before serving.
- 10
Ladle into bowls and top with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
💡 Chef tips
- For a richer flavor, you can add a parmesan rind into the pot while the soup simmers.
- This soup stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.
- Great northern beans or navy beans can be easily substituted if cannellini beans are not available.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished soup is thick, aromatic, and deeply savory with a creamy broth and tender vegetables that melt in your mouth.