Cozy Tuscan White Bean Soup
Warm, creamy, and bursting with flavor, this Cozy Tuscan White Bean Soup is perfect for chilly evenings. A comforting hug in a bowl that nourishes both body and soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white beans (canned or soaked dried)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, thinly sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Beans: If using dried white beans, soak them in water overnight. If using canned beans, rinse them under cold water and set aside.
- 2. Sauté Your Veggies: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, toss in diced onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until soft and fragrant for about five minutes.
- 3. Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in minced garlic and chopped rosemary. Cook for another minute until everything smells aromatic.
- 4. Stir in Broth and Beans: Pour in vegetable broth along with your soaked or canned white beans. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- 5. Season Your Soup: Add salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer on low heat for about twenty minutes to meld flavors together.
- 6. Serve It Up: Ladle the soup into bowls and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread for an authentic experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg