Vegetarian

Easy White Bean Soup

Name: Easy White Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Unknown
Ingredients: 1 lb Cannellini Beans; 2 medium Onions; 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil; 2 medium Red Pepper; 1/3 cup Tomato Puree; 2 medium Carrots; 6 cups Water; 1 tsp Dried Mint; 1/2 tsp Thyme; 1 tsp Summer Savoury; 1 tsp Black Pepper; 1 tsp Salt; Garnish Parsley

Easy White Bean Soup is a classic vegetarian that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Cannellini Beans, Onions, Red Pepper, Tomato Puree, Carrots, Dried Mint, Thyme, Summer Savoury and Parsley, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

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Ingredients

Cannellini Beans1 lb
Onions2 medium
Vegetable Oil2 tablespoons
Red Pepper2 medium
Tomato Puree1/3 cup
Carrots2 medium
Water6 cups
Dried Mint1 tsp
Thyme1/2 tsp
Summer Savoury1 tsp
Black Pepper1 tsp
Salt1 tsp
ParsleyGarnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

17 steps

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Step 1

Place beans in a large pot and cover with cold water.

Step 2⏱️ 4 hours

Soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 3

Drain and rinse, before you use in the soup.

Step 4🔪 Prep

Chop one of the onions and leave the other one whole.

Step 5🔪 Prep

Chop carrots.

Step 6

Heat oil on a large pot over medium heat.

Step 7

Add the onion and carrots.

Step 8⏱️ 2 minutes

Cook for 2 minutes.

Step 9

Add beans, water, peppers, head of onion, salt, pepper, summer savory, mint, thyme, Vegeta and tomato puree.

Step 10♨️ Boil⏱️ 2 hours

Stir, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.

Step 11

Remove the peppers and whole onion.

Step 12

Mash the onion.

Step 13🔪 Prep

Peel peppers and chop.

Step 14

Return to the pot.

Step 15

Add more salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 16✨ Serve

Garnish with chopped parsley.

Step 17✨ Serve

Serve.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Easy White Bean Soup carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown cannellini beans in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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