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Cozy White Bean Soup Recipe Easy Homemade with Fresh Herbs and Olive Oil

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A warm, simple, and comforting white bean soup made with fresh herbs and olive oil, perfect for cozy nights and quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 4 cups (1 quart) low sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)
  • Salt to taste (start with 1 teaspoon)
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring often to avoid burning.
  3. Stir in the fresh thyme and rosemary, letting their aroma bloom for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the rinsed white beans and stir to coat them with the herb-infused oil and onion mixture.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring everything to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the soup from heat. Using an immersion blender, puree about half the soup directly in the pot until creamy but still chunky. Alternatively, carefully transfer half the soup to a blender, puree, then stir it back in.
  7. Stir in the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, freshly chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Ladle into bowls and add a final drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish. Serve warm.

Notes

If the soup thickens too much after sitting, add a splash of broth or water when reheating to loosen it up. Avoid over-salting early on as broth and canned beans can be salty. Low and slow sautéing of onions and garlic builds the best flavor. Leaving some beans whole adds texture and interest. Use good quality olive oil for best flavor. Simmer uncovered to concentrate flavors.

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