PURéED WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH PISTOU
White beans and pesto or pistou (pesto without the pine nuts) always make a nice marriage. Thin the pistou with a little extra olive oil so that you can drizzle it over the rich-tasting purée.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories one pot, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 2h15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the onion, garlic, drained beans, bay leaf, sage and 2 1/2 quarts water in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer 2 hours, until the beans are very tender and the broth is fragrant. Remove the bay leaf and sage sprig.
- Using an immersion blender, purée the soup (or you can use a regular blender, working in batches and placing a kitchen towel over the top to avoid splashing) until it is very smooth. Return to the pot, heat through, add freshly ground pepper and adjust salt. Thin out as desired with water or milk.
- Ladle the soup into bowls. Stir the pistou, and if it is very stiff, thin out with a little olive oil so that you can drizzle it into each bowl and it won't just fall in as a clump. Put about 2 teaspoons on each bowl, add a few garlic croutons if desired, and serve. Diners should stir the pistou into the soup for the best flavor.
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Puja Hajela
[email protected]This is a great soup for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
Kosisochukwu Chinakwe
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Maria Lynch
[email protected]I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this soup. It's a great way to get more vegetables in your diet.
muya masokola
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.
Lovelu Islam
[email protected]This is the best white bean soup I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again.
Adan Ahmed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of white beans, but I loved this soup. The pistou really made it.
Rj Roni
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Chinonoso Solomon
[email protected]I served this soup with a side of crusty bread. It was the perfect way to warm up on a cold night.
Mahabub Rabbi
[email protected]I added a bit of cayenne pepper to the soup for a little kick.
Marliemac
[email protected]This soup is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.
mwamariu
[email protected]I used canned white beans for this soup, but I think it would be even better with dried beans.
Anayat Ali
[email protected]I've never made pistou before, but it was surprisingly easy to make. It really elevates the flavor of the soup.
Amrat Motyani
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the pistou adds a touch of brightness.
yousaf mosafr
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this soup. It's made with a few simple ingredients, but it's so flavorful.
Male Delana
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover white beans. It's also a great vegetarian option.
nwande roseline
[email protected]I made this soup for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. The pistou really makes the dish.
DifferentBD 24
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of white beans, vegetables, and pistou.
Bill Worley
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's creamy, flavorful, and the pistou is the perfect finishing touch.
Freeman Hikaumba
[email protected]This soup was a hit with my family! The pistou added a delicious pop of flavor.