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Tuscan Soup

Tuscan Soup
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Tuscan Soup is a comforting and hearty Italian dish featuring creamy cannellini beans, fresh kale or spinach, aromatic vegetables, and fragrant Italian herbs simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup delivers rich traditional flavors, fills you up with wholesome ingredients, and is easy to prepare with simple pantry staples. Ideal for leftovers and customizable with variations to suit any preference.

Ingredients

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Beans & Greens

  • 2 cups cannellini beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
  • 2 cups fresh kale or spinach, chopped

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced

Liquids & Fats

  • 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling

Herbs & Seasonings

  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Ingredients

  • Parmesan cheese rind or 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Crusty bread, for serving

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Sauté the aromatics. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened and fragrant to build the aromatic base of the soup.
  2. Step 2: Add the broth and herbs. Pour in vegetable or chicken broth. Add rosemary, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle simmer to allow flavors to meld.
  3. Step 3: Incorporate the beans and greens. Add drained cannellini beans and chopped kale or spinach. Stir gently and let the greens wilt as the beans warm through.
  4. Step 4: Season and simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add Parmesan rind if using. Simmer the soup gently for at least 20 minutes to deepen the flavors.
  5. Step 5: Finish and serve. Remove herb sprigs and Parmesan rind. Ladle the soup into bowls, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

  • Use quality olive oil for better flavor when drizzled before serving.
  • Don’t skip the Parmesan rind; it adds subtle umami richness.
  • Simmer the soup gently to blend all flavors perfectly.
  • Fresh kale is preferred over frozen for better texture and brightness.
  • For a heartier soup, mash some beans against the pot side to thicken the broth naturally.

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Keywords: Tuscan soup, cannellini beans, kale soup, Italian soup, hearty soup, gluten free soup, vegetarian soup, comforting meals

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