I’m a firm believer in soup all year long. I’ve been hitting the soup recipes pretty hard this winter, and while I might cut back a bit for the warmer months, I have no plans of stopping completely.
Bean Soups
My go-to type of soup is of the beany type. Black bean soup, lentil soup, pinto bean soup…I love them all! Bean soups tend to be super easy to make. Canned beans are already cooked! They just need a little simmer time to soften up and infuse the soup with flavor. Also, beans, especially those from a can, require minimal prep work. Just rinse and drain. And best of all, bean soups are generally hearty enough to make a meal of. That’s exactly what I did with this white bean soup! A big bowl of this with a slice of crusty bread is perfect for dinner any time of year if you ask me.
How to Make White Bean Soup
Start by heating up some olive oil in a pot. Add veggies: onion, celery and carrots. Cook them for just a few minutes, until they start to soften up. Now add some garlic and cook everything for another minute, until the garlic becomes very fragrant. Add some white wine and bring it up to a simmer. Let it cook for a few minutes to reduce. Now add broth, beans, and rosemary. Bring everything up to a boil, lower the heat, and let it cook for about 30 minutes. You can even let it simmer longer if you like! Just be sure to add extra liquid if it reduces too much. When the soup is done cooking, take it off of the burner and blend about half of it. Season the soup with lemon juice, salt and pepper, then ladle it into bowls. I like to top mine with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Is this soup gluten-free? It is! Leftover storage: leftovers of this soup keep very well. Store them in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Can dried rosemary be substituted for fresh? It can! Just be sure to cut the amount down to 2 teaspoons. Can this be made with any variety of white bean other than cannellini? Absolutely! Navy or great northern beans should work just fine. Each type of bean has a different flavor and texture, so the your soup will be a bit different from the recipe version, but still delicious! Can I use dried white beans? You can, but they need to be soaked and cooked beforehand. Try this method. You’ll need about 5 ¼ cups. Is there a substitute for the wine? You can leave it out if you prefer. If you do use the wine, be sure to check with Barnivore to ensure the brand you choose is vegan.
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