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Cozy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Kale and Herbs

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A warm, inviting Tuscan-inspired soup featuring creamy cannellini beans, tender kale, and fresh herbs. Perfect for cozy nights, potlucks, or family dinners, this easy homemade soup delivers comforting flavors with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 3–4 fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (or 3 cups cooked from dried beans)
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 cups kale, chopped and tough stems removed
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the finely chopped onion, diced carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes until vegetables are softened and onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, and sage. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add the drained cannellini beans to the pot. Stir to combine and warm through for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  6. While the soup simmers, prepare the kale by removing tough stems and chopping leaves into bite-sized pieces. Optionally blanch kale in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain.
  7. Stir chopped kale into the soup. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes until kale is tender but still vibrant green.
  8. Season soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir in 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice.
  9. If desired, add freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
  10. Serve warm, optionally drizzled with extra olive oil and garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

Do not rush sautéing the onion, carrots, and celery to build a rich base flavor. Avoid burning garlic by keeping heat moderate. For extra creaminess, mash some beans against the pot before adding kale. Lemon juice brightens flavors—don’t skip it. Kale can be substituted with Swiss chard or spinach. Parmesan cheese is optional and can be replaced with nutritional yeast for a vegan option. Soup consistency can be adjusted with additional broth or simmering time.

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