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Tuscan White Bean Soup

Tuscan White Bean Soup

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Tuscan White Bean Soup is a warm, hearty dish that embodies comfort in every spoonful. Packed with nutritious ingredients like cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. The combination of flavors creates a robust and satisfying meal that’s not only easy to prepare but also vegan and gluten-free. Enjoy it on chilly evenings or as part of your meal prep for a week of nourishing lunches. With its creamy texture and rich taste, this soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cans cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large carrots (peeled and chopped)
  • 1 stalk celery (diced)
  • 1/3 cup white grape juice
  • 2 cups chopped kale
  • 2.54 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit if you don't like spice)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic, celery, and carrots; cook for about 10 minutes.
  2. Pour in white grape juice to deglaze the pot, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Simmer until most liquid evaporates.
  3. Stir in cannellini beans, vegetable broth (start with 2.5 cups), tomato paste, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, thyme, and oregano. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low; simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove bay leaves and blend about half of the soup until smooth; return blended soup to the pot.
  5. Add chopped kale; let it wilt on low heat for a few minutes before serving.

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