White Bean Soup
A hearty and flavorful white bean soup perfect for a chilly day. Easy to make and packed with nutrients.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Dried White Beans Great Northern or Cannellini
- 6 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Water
- 1 medium Onion diced
- 2 stalks Celery diced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- 0.5 tsp Dried Rosemary
- 1 tsp Salt to taste
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Rinse the white beans thoroughly.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic, thyme, and rosemary and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed white beans, chicken broth, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamier texture, or leave it chunky if preferred.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.