Feast your taste buds on a culinary journey to Italy with this heartwarming Italian Escarole and White Bean Soup. This comforting soup is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, featuring tender escarole, hearty white beans, and a savory broth infused with garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients.
Accompanying this main recipe are three additional variations that cater to different dietary preferences and add exciting twists to the classic dish. For a vegetarian delight, try the Vegetarian Escarole and White Bean Soup, where vegetable broth replaces chicken broth, creating a rich and flavorful broth. If you're looking for a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Escarole and White Bean Soup has got you covered, using gluten-free bread or crackers for serving. And for those who love a spicy kick, the Spicy Escarole and White Bean Soup adds a touch of heat with the addition of red pepper flakes, creating a tantalizing contrast to the creamy texture of the soup.
No matter your dietary preferences, this collection of recipes offers a delightful and versatile soup experience. Whether you're a vegetarian, gluten-free, or simply seeking a comforting and flavorful meal, these Italian Escarole and White Bean Soup variations have something for everyone. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary adventure filled with rustic Italian charm.
ESCAROLE AND BEANS
This is a creamy concoction of escarole and beans. It's rich, and it's divine! It's also best served with a warm crusty Italian bread.
Provided by KristaP
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in escarole, turning to coat with oil. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes, or until tender.
- In a separate skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic. Pour in beans with juices, and simmer until creamy, about 10 minutes. Stir in escarole and parsley; simmer 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 18.7 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 543.4 mg, Sugar 1 g
ESCAROLE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND WHITE BEANS
Serve this dish as a side at a pot-luck gathering or for a quick-and-easy one-pot dinner.
Categories Soup/Stew Bean Leafy Green Sauté Sausage White Wine Winter Prosciutto Escarole Simmer Bon Appétit Dinner
Yield 12 servings as a side-dish or 6 as main-course
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sauté sausage until cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 6 minutes per batch. Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to bowl, leaving drippings in pot. Reduce heat to medium; add onion to pot and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add prosciutto and sauté 1 minute. Mix in garlic and crushed red pepper. Add escarole and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add wine and cook 2 minutes. Add beans, stock and sausage and simmer 10 minutes to blend flavors. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl. Top with grated Parmesan, if desired.
ESCAROLE AND BEAN SOUP
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 22m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Add the escarole and saute until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add a pinch of salt. Add the chicken broth, beans, and Parmesan cheese. Cover and simmer until the beans are heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Ladle the soup into 6 bowls. Drizzle 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil over each. Serve with crusty bread.
WHITE BEAN AND ESCAROLE SOUP
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a medium Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to the pan along with the onion, celery, carrot and garlic. Season with the salt and cook, stirring often for about 4 minutes, or until fragrant and soft. Add the red pepper flakes, if using, and cannellini beans and stir to combine.
- Add the broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Add the escarole and stir to wilt. Cook an additional 5 minutes. Serve topped with a drizzle of the remaining olive oil, fennel pollen and Parmigiano-Reggiano, if using.
ESCAROLE AND WHITE BEAN SOUP
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Fill a large basin with water and add escarole; drain basin, refill with water, and return escarole to basin. Repeat this process at least 4 times, or until basin is free of sand. Drain, and chop escarole into bite-size pieces.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add escarole and cook 20 minutes. Drain.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Add beans in their liquid, oregano, red-pepper flakes, chicken broth, and escarole. Raise heat and bring soup to a simmer; cover and cook 15 minutes.
- Place biscotti in individual serving bowls. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese.
ESCAROLE AND WHITE BEAN SOUP
Categories Soup/Stew Bean Leafy Green Vegetable Sauté Quick & Easy Lunch Fall Healthy Escarole Simmer Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook escarole in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 5 minutes, then transfer with slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain escarole in a colander, pressing gently to remove excess water.
- Heat oil in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté onion, garlic, celery, and carrots, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and water and bring to a boil, then add escarole and beans and simmer, uncovered, until carrots and celery are tender, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH ESCAROLE
This escarole and bean soup has become a favorite because it uses kitchen staples, it's packed with healthy ingredients and is a cinch to prepare. If I can't find escarole, I sub fresh spinach at the very end of cooking. -Gina Samokar, North Haven, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Add broth, tomatoes, Italian seasoning and pepper flakes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes., Stir in orzo and escarole. Return to a boil; cook 12-14 minutes or until orzo is tender. Add beans; heat through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle servings with cheese. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Prep work: Make sure to thoroughly clean and chop the escarole and other vegetables before starting the soup. This will save time and ensure even cooking.
- Use good quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your soup. Look for escarole with crisp, green leaves and plump, white beans. Beans are a great source of fiber.
- Don't overcook the escarole: Escarole is a delicate green that can easily become overcooked and mushy. Add it to the soup towards the end of the cooking time to ensure it retains its texture and flavor.
- Season to taste: Taste the soup as you go and adjust the seasoning as needed. A good starting point is to add salt, pepper, and garlic powder. You can also add other herbs and spices to your liking, such as oregano, basil, or red pepper flakes.
- Serve the soup hot: Escarole and white bean soup is best served hot, with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil on top.
Conclusion:
Escarole and white bean soup is a delicious, hearty, and healthy soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of escarole, white beans, and flavorful broth, this soup is sure to become a family favorite. So next time you're looking for a comforting and nutritious meal, give escarole and white bean soup a try. Buon Appetito!
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