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Tuscan White Bean Soup
(OPTIONAL) Italian seasoning substitute:
Prepare the "Cream of Bean":
1
Drain and rinse one can of the Cannellini beans.
2
Place the beans in a blender or a tall container if using an immersion blender.
3
Pour in enough broth to cover the beans.
4
Blend until smooth and creamy, with a consistency similar to heavy cream. Add more broth, 2 tablespoons at a time, if needed.
Sauté the Vegetables:
1
Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil.
2
Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
3
Add the minced garlic, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning (or substitute). Stir for another minute until fragrant.
Build the Soup:
1
Add the bay leaves, Parmesan rind, and the blended "cream of bean" to the pot.
2
Add the remaining whole Cannellini beans and pour in the remaining chicken or vegetable broth.
3
Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Simmer:
1
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let it cook for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
2
Add the chopped kale (or spinach) in the last 5-10 minutes of cooking, until wilted.
Finish:
1
Stir in the lemon juice right before serving to add brightness to the soup.
2
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve:
1
Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
2
Serve with a slice of crusty bread on the side for dipping.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Parmesan Rind Magic 🧀Simmer the Parmesan rind directly in the broth for 30+ minutes to infuse deep umami flavor, then remove before serving or blend it in for extra creaminess.
- Strategic Bean Blending 🫘Reserve 1/3 of the cooked beans and blend them with broth separately, then stir back in to create a naturally creamy texture while keeping whole beans for pleasant texture.
- Caramelize Your Aromatics 🧅Take extra time to slowly caramelize the diced onions, celery, and carrots over medium heat for 8-10 minutes before adding garlic to build a rich, sweet flavor foundation.
- Tomato Paste Bloom Technique 🍅Toast the tomato paste in the hot pan for 2-3 minutes before adding liquid to concentrate and caramelize it, which deepens the flavor complexity significantly.
- Finishing Acid Balance 🍋Add lemon juice gradually in the final minutes while tasting, as the bright acidity cuts through richness and enhances all the herb and vegetable flavors in the soup.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
High Protein
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
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