HEARTY ITALIAN WHITE BEAN SOUP

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A bowlful of this soup is so satisfying, it's hard to believe it's actually good for you, too. I crave it all the time. With lots of beans and potatoes, it's filling and even hits the spot with meat lovers. -Kristina Krummel, Elkins, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 teaspoon finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained
2 to 2-1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add potato and carrots; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add onion, celery, zucchini and jalapeno; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 714mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Ted Mcgough
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots, celery, and onions to my soup and it was delicious.


Fired Sabertooths
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I'm always looking for new and healthy soup recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. It's low in calories and fat, and it's packed with nutrients.


Siddiq Bin Akber
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy texture and the mild flavor.


Siphe Magele
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I'm a big fan of Italian food, and this soup is no exception. It's got all the classic Italian flavors that I love.


Odai Khaled
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and filling, and it's also very flavorful.


Dutch
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Bagga Isback
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. I added some shredded turkey to my soup and it was delicious.


Me Asif
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I love that this soup is made with white beans. White beans are a great source of fiber and protein.


Jazmín Sriyani
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with beans, carrots, celery, and onions.


Justin Huget
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I'm always looking for new and easy soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's simple to make and it's absolutely delicious.


Daniel Coker 55 Coker
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This soup is a great meal to have on hand during the winter months. It's hearty and filling, and it's also very easy to make.


Aaron Knight
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. I just threw all of the ingredients in the slow cooker and cooked it on low for 6 hours.


Zachary Blakeney
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This soup is very versatile. You can add any vegetables that you like. I also like to add a bit of pasta to make it more filling.


Karabo Rosemary Mataboge
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I used canned white beans in this soup and it turned out great. I also added some chopped carrots and celery.


Adams kofi Dzidzornu
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I added some chopped spinach to this soup and it was delicious. The spinach added a nice pop of color and nutrition.


NGWAKO MUSHUGWA
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover white beans. It's also a very affordable meal. I made a double batch and froze half of it for later.


MD Mithu Hossen
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I'm not a big fan of white beans, but this soup was surprisingly good. The beans were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this soup to others.


Sergio Garcia
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This soup was delicious! I made it for my family last night and everyone loved it. The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.