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Hearty Bean Soup with Rustic Italian Roots in Just 1 Hour

Bean Soup with Rustic Italian Roots
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A hearty bean soup inspired by rustic Italian flavors, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups dried cannellini beans
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 strips turkey bacon, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Soak the beans overnight in water, then drain and rinse.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened.
  4. Stir in turkey bacon if using, and cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Add soaked beans, vegetable broth, bay leaf, rosemary, and thyme.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Notes

  • Soaking beans overnight reduces cooking time.
  • For extra flavor, add a Parmesan rind while simmering.
  • Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.

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