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A rustic bowl of Tuscan white bean soup with fresh herbs

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While you cannot "grow" Tuscan White Bean Soup, you can learn to make a delicious version. This recipe will guide you through preparing a hearty and flavorful soup with white beans and vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans canned cannellini beans rinsed and drained
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 28 oz
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Blender (optional, for thickening)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Stir in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, rosemary sprig, and thyme.
  3. Bring the soup to a simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Remove the rosemary sprig before serving.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the rinsed and drained cannellini beans. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through and absorb flavors.
  2. Remove about 1 cup of soup and blend it until smooth, then return it to the pot to thicken the soup. Alternatively, you can use an immersion blender directly in the pot for a creamier texture.
Finishing and Serving
  1. Stir in the baby spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  2. Serve the Tuscan White Bean Soup hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a parmesan rind to the soup while it simmers and remove it before serving. Also, feel free to adjust the herbs and spices to your personal preference. A crusty bread pairs wonderfully with this soup.