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Creamy White Bean Soup with Savory Finish in 6 Steps

White Bean Soup with Savory Finish

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A hearty white bean soup with a savory finish, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups dried white beans, soaked overnight
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (for finishing)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Drain soaked beans and add them to the pot along with vegetable broth and bay leaf.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Remove bay leaf. Stir in lemon juice before serving.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Soaking beans overnight reduces cooking time.
  • For a creamier texture, blend half the soup before serving.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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