Best 20 Tuscan White Bean Soup Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Tuscany with our Tuscan White Bean Soup. This hearty and comforting soup is a celebration of simple, rustic flavors, showcasing the beauty of fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and the humble white bean. Savor the creamy texture of the beans, the sweetness of carrots and celery, and the savory depth of garlic and rosemary.

In this article, we present two delightful variations of this classic dish: the traditional Tuscan White Bean Soup and a modern twist with the addition of kale and sausage. Both recipes capture the essence of Tuscan cuisine, offering a symphony of flavors that warm the soul.

Our traditional recipe stays true to the simplicity and authenticity of this beloved soup. With just a few pantry staples, you can create a pot of pure comfort. The modern variation adds layers of flavor and texture with the inclusion of kale and sausage, creating a more robust and hearty soup.

Whether you prefer the classic or the modern version, our Tuscan White Bean Soup is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a hearty dinner, or even as a comforting side dish. So gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together.

Let's cook with our recipes!

"SUPER-TUSCAN" WHITE BEAN SOUP



Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound dried cannellini beans
2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
1 yellow onion, quartered lengthwise
1 celery stalk, quartered crosswise
1 carrot, quartered crosswise
2 cloves garlic, peeled and lightly crushed
1 bay leaf
1 quart chicken stock
Finely ground sea salt, preferably gray salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan, optional
6 slices country-style bread, each 3/4-inch thick
Extra-virgin olive oil
Finely ground sea salt, preferably gray salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the beans: Rinse the beans, place in a saucepan, and add cold water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, cover, and remove from the heat. Let stand for about 20 minutes, then drain.
  • Return the beans to the saucepan along with the prosciutto, onion, celery, carrot, garlic, and bay leaf. Pour in the chicken stock and then add water as needed to cover the beans by 2 inches. Slowly bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. (If you heat them too fast, the skins may break.) Adjust the heat to maintain a bare simmer and cook, uncovered, until the beans are almost tender, 20 minutes or longer, depending on the age of the beans. Add salt, to taste, and continue cooking until the beans are tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes longer. Remove from the heat and let the beans cool in the liquid.
  • Meanwhile, make the bruschetta: Preheat a stove-top grill pan. Place the bread slices in a single layer on the grill pan and toast until each side is crisp and has grill marks, about 6 minutes. (You can also toast the bread in a 500 degrees F oven on a baking sheet.) Remove from the pan and lightly brush the bread slices on both sides with olive oil, then season lightly with salt. Let cool.
  • Strain the cooled beans and other solids through a sieve, reserving the liquid. In a food processor, puree the beans and solids in batches with 3 1/2 cups of the cooking liquid and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Using a rubber spatula, push the solids through a fine mesh sieve into a clean large saucepan (you should have about 6 cups of soup in the saucepan). Season, to taste, with salt and pepper, then bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, in a small skillet over high heat, warm the 1/4 cup olive oil. Turn on the fan above your stove. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to turn brown. Add the red pepper flakes and cook for a few seconds, then add the basil. Cook until basil wilts.
  • To serve, ladle the hot soup into warmed bowls. Top the soup with the basil mixture. Serve bruschetta with each bowl, adding Parmesan, if desired.

SLOW-COOKER TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Slow-Cooker Tuscan White Bean Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: medium white onion, carrots, celery, garlic, chopped kale, canned diced tomatoes, white beans, salt, pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, vegetable stock

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium white onion, diced
3 carrots, sliced
4 stalks celery, sliced
3 cloves garlic, sliced
4 cups chopped kale
14 oz canned diced tomatoes
2 cans white beans
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
6 cups vegetable stock

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, combine the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, kale, tomatoes, beans, salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, and vegetable stock. Stir to combine.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
  • Serve hot.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1082 calories, Carbohydrate 103 grams, Fat 94 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 24 grams

SMOKED SAUSAGE AND TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP



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Grab your programmable pressure cooker and make this hearty smoked sausage and vegetable-loaded soup, in partnership with Hillshire Farm® Brand.

Provided by Hillshire Farm(R) Brand

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hillshire Farm®

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound dried great Northern beans, rinsed and sorted
6 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (12 ounce) package Hillshire Farm® Rope Smoked Sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2" half-moons
1 ½ cups chopped yellow onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
8 cups unsalted chicken stock
2 teaspoons kosher salt
5 cups thinly sliced kale
4 ounces uncooked small shell pasta
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Set programmable pressure cooker to SAUTE. Add rinsed and drained beans and 6 cups water. Bring to a boil and fasten and lock lid. Switch cooker to HIGH PRESSURE for 1 minute. Release pressure manually and carefully drain beans. Transfer beans to a bowl, and set aside.
  • Place cooker insert back into the programmable pressure cooker and set to SAUTE. Add oil and sausage; cook 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage begins to brown. Add onions, garlic, and thyme; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent. Add beans, stock, and salt. Cover programmable pressure cooker and fasten lid. Lock and seal steam valve. Set to HIGH PRESSURE and cook until beans are tender, 10 minutes. Release pressure manually.
  • Uncover programmable pressure cooker. Stir in kale, pasta, zest, crushed red pepper, and tomatoes. Fasten and lock lid, set cooker to HIGH PRESSURE and cook for 5 minutes. Release pressure manually. Serve in bowls topped with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.8 calories, Carbohydrate 78.3 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 19.5 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1576.5 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

GIADA'S TUSCAN WHITE BEAN AND GARLIC SOUP



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Love, love, love this recipe! It's done in less than 20 minutes and is so flavorful and creamy. Perfect with a salad and garlic bread or a grilled cheese! I have made my own alterations/additions to this recipe. Here's a tip on the sage: sometimes I'll use dried sage instead of the fresh sage leaf and in that case I start with about a teaspoon and add more to taste if need be. Also, I use my immersion blender and puree the soup right in the pot rather than using a regular blender...Giada just uses a regular blender, either way works fine! Enjoy!

Provided by KPD123

Categories     Beans

Time 13m

Yield 8 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 shallots or 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1 fresh sage leaf
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
4 cups low sodium chicken broth (I use 4 cups water and add 1-2 chicken boullion cubes to taste)
4 garlic cloves, smashed
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, saute shallots or onion and garlic with butter and olive oil until soft, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add drained beans, sage, and broth. Bring to a simmer and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • If using an immersion blender: blend soup until smooth. If using a regular blender: pour half of mixture into blender and puree until smooth. Pour blended soup back into pan and blend remaining soup, then pour the rest of the blended soup back into pan.
  • Add cream, black pepper, and salt to taste. Keep warm over very low heat!

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN & SPINACH SOUP



Tuscan White Bean & Spinach Soup image

This dish was inspired by Vote_for_Pedro's White Bean & Spinach Soup. Like the original, this is quick, easy and full of flavor. It makes a nice dinner for 4 served with a good salad or it can be a starting course and serve more. Use 3 or 4 cups of broth according to how thick you like your soups or how much liquid your pasta absorbs.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 shallot, finely diced
3 -4 cups fat free chicken broth or 3 -4 cups vegetable stock
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can white beans (cannellini or other)
1/2 cup whole wheat pasta shells or 1/2 cup shell pasta
1 teaspoon rosemary
3 cups Baby Spinach, cleaned and trimmed
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 dash crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a large sauce pan, sautee the shallots & garlic in the olive oil.
  • Add broth, tomatoes, beans and rosemary to pot. Season with black and red pepper. Bring to boil.
  • Add pasta and cook 12 minutes. If the soup seems too thick for your liking add a bit more broth.
  • Add spinach and cook until wilted.

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP



Tuscan White Bean Soup image

In this classic Italian soup, white beans and vegetables are simmered in chicken broth with wine until tender, then pureed, and served with a spicy, fresh basil mixture.

Provided by Progresso

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Progresso®

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 slices bacon, finely chopped
1 medium yellow onion, quartered lengthwise
1 medium stalk celery, quartered crosswise
1 medium carrots, quartered crosswise
2 cloves garlic, lightly crushed
3 (19 ounce) cans Progresso® cannellini beans, drained
1 dried bay leaf
½ cup white wine
1 (32 ounce) carton Progresso® reduced sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
¼ cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, sliced
½ teaspoon gray sea salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, cook bacon, onion, celery, carrot and 2 cloves garlic over medium-high heat 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium. Add beans, bay leaf, wine and broth; cover and cook 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat; cool about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 8-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat 1 minute. Add 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until garlic begins to brown. Stir in red pepper flakes; cook a few seconds. Stir in basil; cook until basil wilts.
  • Remove bay leaf from bean mixture. Pour mixture into food processor; cover and puree. Return to saucepan; stir in salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly heated.
  • Ladle soup into individual soup bowls. Top each with basil mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.4 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1225.8 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

RUSTIC TUSCAN-STYLE SAUSAGE, WHITE BEAN & KALE SOUP RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Rustic Tuscan-Style Sausage, White Bean & Kale Soup Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound Italian sweet sausage, casing removed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 large carrots, finely diced
1 large potato, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 (15-ounce) cans white cannelini beans, drained and rinsed
2 bunches kale, stems removed and roughly chopped
52 ounce good quality low-sodium chicken stock
Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
1 loaf baguette bread
Gruyere and Asiago Cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and brown, stirring occasionally to break into smaller pieces, approximately 10 minutes. Add onion, carrots, potato, and bay leaves. Season generously with kosher salt and cook until vegetables begin to soften, stirring occasionally, approximately 10 minutes. Add garlic and beans, and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Add kale, and cook until it becomes slightly wilted. Add chicken stock, season with salt and pepper, and cover with lid. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat and keep at a simmer for about 45 minutes, although a bit longer is completely fine. The soup will thicken as the potatoes begin to release their starch into the soup. *the soup tastes best the second day. If time allows, cool soup completely, and refrigerate it for the following day. Reheat before serving. When about ready to serve, slice baguette. Drizzle each slice with a little olive oil and season with kosher salt. Bake at 350°F for about 5 minutes, until toasted. Top with grated gruyere and asiago cheese and broil for about 2 to 3 minutes, until cheese is melted. It can go from melted to burnt pretty fast, so don't leave broiler unattended. Divide soup among bowls and top with a few slices of cheesy baguette.

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH HAM AND KALE



Tuscan White Bean Soup With Ham and Kale image

Make and share this Tuscan White Bean Soup With Ham and Kale recipe from Food.com.

Provided by IHeartBobert

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups diced ham
1 cup chopped white onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried sage
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans white beans, rinsed and drained (Great Northern or cannellini)
1 bunch fresh kale, rinsed well and chopped (about 4 cups chopped)
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ham, onion and garlic and cook 3 minutes, until onion is tender.
  • Add sage and cook 1 minute, until sage is fragrant.
  • Add broth and beans and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add kale and cook 1 minute, until kale wilts.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.

RUSTIC TUSCAN-STYLE SAUSAGE, WHITE BEAN, AND KALE SOUP



RUSTIC TUSCAN-STYLE SAUSAGE, WHITE BEAN, AND KALE SOUP image

Categories     Bean     Leafy Green     Sausage     Soup/Stew

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound Italian sweet sausage, casing removed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 large carrots, finely diced
1 large potato, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 cans (15 ounce) white cannelini beans, drained and rinsed
2 bunches kale, stems removed and roughly chopped
52 ounces good quality low-sodium chicken stock
1 Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and brown, stirring occasionally to break into smaller pieces, approximately 10 minutes.
  • Add onion, carrots, potato, and bay leaves. Season generously with kosher salt and cook until vegetables begin to soften, stirring occasionally, approximately 10 minutes. Add garlic and beans, and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Add kale, and cook until it becomes slightly wilted. Add chicken stock, season with salt and pepper, and cover with lid.
  • Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat and keep at a simmer for about 45 minutes, although a bit longer is completely fine. The soup will thicken as the potatoes begin to release their starch into the soup.
  • *the soup tastes best the second day. If time allows, cool soup completely, and refrigerate it for the following day. Reheat before serving.
  • Optional: When about ready to serve, slice a baguette. Drizzle each slice with a little olive oil and season with kosher salt. Bake at 350 degrees for about 5 minutes, until toasted. Top with grated gruyere and asiago cheese and broil for about 2-3 minutes, until cheese is melted. It can go from melted to burnt pretty fast, so don't leave broiler unattended.

TUSCAN SUN WHITE BEAN CHICKEN SOUP #RSC



Tuscan Sun White Bean Chicken Soup #RSC image

"Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry" A colorful, heart-warming and Italian inspired white bean and chicken soup that makes a hassle-free meal.

Provided by lisak64

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces
2 shallots, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 (14 ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup baby carrots, cut in half
1 cup seeded diced tomato
1 (1 ounce) packet Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing Mix
1 piece parmesan rind
1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken, shallots and garlic, stirring until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in beans, broth, carrots, tomatoes and seasoning mix; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add spinach; simmer 2 to 3 minutes or until spinach is just wilted. Remove cheese rind. Ladle soup into serving bowls. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.4, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 916.2, Carbohydrate 42.6, Fiber 14.5, Sugar 7.2, Protein 43.3

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH LEEKS & ROASTED GARLIC



TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH LEEKS & ROASTED GARLIC image

Categories     Bean     Winter

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups dried navy beans. If you are using canned white beans, you need about 5 cups, or two cans.
2 tbsp butter
2 leeks, cut in half, and washed thoroughly
3 stalks celery, diced
4 medium carrots, diced
2 heads of garlic, roasted
2 tsp dried rosemary
1/2 cup dry white wine
salt and pepper to taste
6-7 cups chicken stock or veggie stock
Garnishes:
fresh croutons
shaved Parmesan cheese
extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Rinse the dried beans thoroughly then place in a large bowl, cover with ample fresh water and soak overnight. Drain and rinse again and set aside. In a large pot, melt butter, stir in leeks, celery, carrots and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes or so. Stir in the rosemary, squeeze in the roasted garlic, the white wine, soaked beans, stock and salt and pepper. Cover with a lid, bring to a boil, stir, reduce heat to medium and simmer away, covered, stirring occasionally, for about an hour. Beans should be falling apart. If it seems to thick, add more stock or water. Use an immersion blender to purée some or most of it - your choice. Adjust seasonings, ladle into bowls and garnish with croutons, Parmesan and a good drizzle of olive oil. Makes about 6 servings.

SKINNY TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP



Skinny Tuscan White Bean Soup image

120 total calories • 75% less sat fat than the original recipe. Feel like you've bean there and done that. Then try our fresh twist on a classic Tuscan soup that will take you places you have never bean.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, chopped
1 slice bacon, snipped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) no-salt-added cannellini beans (white kidney beans), rinsed and drained
1 can (14.5 oz) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups baby spinach leaves
Toasted baguette slices and/or fresh thyme sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook onion, bacon, and garlic about 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in beans; cook 1 minute more. Stir in tomatoes, chicken broth, dried thyme, and black pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Mash bean mixture slightly with the back of a wooden spoon. Stir in spinach. Let stand, covered, for 1 minute to wilt spinach.
  • If desired, serve with toasted baguette slices and/or garnish with fresh thyme sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

TUSCAN PUMPKIN WHITE BEAN SOUP



Tuscan Pumpkin White Bean Soup image

Make and share this Tuscan Pumpkin White Bean Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ellie3763

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

olive oil flavored cooking spray
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
15 ounces canned pumpkin
3 1/2 cups fat-free chicken broth
15 1/2 ounces canned white beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 teaspoon ground oregano
1/8 teaspoon table salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Coat a large soup pot with cooking spray and set over medium-low heat. Add onion, cover and cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes.
  • Stir in pumpkin, broth, beans and oregano; simmer 8 minutes.
  • In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return soup to pot and reheat; season with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and top each with 1 tablespoon of grated cheese.

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN AND ROASTED GARLIC SOUP (CROCK POT RECIPE) RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Tuscan White Bean and Roasted Garlic Soup (Crock Pot Recipe) Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-9604

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb dry Cannellini beans, rinsed
1 head garlic, peeled
8 cups water
4 sage leaves, plus more for garnish
2 tsp olive oil
1 tbsp chicken "Better Than Bouillon", or cube (vegs us vegetable bouillon)
kosher salt and white pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place beans, 3 cloves of the garlic, water and a few sage leaves in the crock pot; cover and set to HIGH 4 hours, or until beans are soft. Don't add salt. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400°. Place remaining garlic cloves in the center of a 7x7 inch square of aluminum foil. Cover garlic with olive oil and a little salt. Seal aluminum tightly and place in the oven 25-30 minutes, until garlic is soft and golden. Remove from oven and set aside until the beans are done. When the beans are soft, add the bouillon and mix well until dissolved, then carefully some of the beans and liquid along with the roasted garlic to the blender. Blend until smooth and pour it back into the crock pot. Repeat with the remaining beans until you get the texture you desire. You can also use an immersion blender if you have one. Taste for salt and adjust as needed. Serve with fresh sage and white pepper on top and if you wish, some whole roasted garlic cloves on top. (I reserved a few) Makes about 7 3/4 cups. **Dried beans contain a toxin called phytohaemagglutinin which is usually destroyed if boiled in water for 10 minutes. The slow cooker will not kill off this toxin unless they have been preliminarily boiled. Cannellini (white kidney beans) contain some of the highest levels of this toxin.

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP (SLOW COOKER)



Tuscan White Bean Soup (Slow Cooker) image

From Slow Cooker Revolution

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Bean Soups

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving
6 oz. pancetta, minced
3 onions, minced
8 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
3 cups low sodium chicken broth
3 cups water
1 lb. dried great northern or cannellini beans, 2 1/2 cups, picked over, salt soaked and rinsed
1 parmesan cheese rind, optional
2 bay leaves
1 sprig fresh rosemary
salt and pepper
grated parmesan cheese for serving

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium high heat til shimmering. Add pancetta and cook til lightly browned and crisp, about 8 minutes. Stir in onions, garlic and red pepper flakes and cook til onions are softened and lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in 1 cup broth, scraping up any browned bits; transfer to slow cooker
  • 2. Stir remaining 2 cups broth, water, soaked beans, Parmesan rind, if using, and bay leaves into slow cooker. Cover and cook til beans are tender, 9 to 11 hours on low or 5 to 7 hours on high.
  • 3. Add rosemary sprig, cover and cook on high til rosemary is fragrant, about 15 minutes. Discard rosemary, bay leaves, and Parmesan rind if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve with grated Parmesan and additional olive oil.
  • 4. Salt Soaked Beans: Pick through and rinse beans. For every pound of beans, dissolve 2 Tbsp. salt in 4 quart cold water. Mix beans and salt water in large container and let beans soak at room temperature for at least 8 hours or up to 24 hours. Drain beans, discarding the soaking liquid and rinse well before cooking. The salt tenderizes the otherwise tough and chewy beans. For quick salt soaking, pick through an rinse beans. For every pound of beans, dissolve 3 Tbsp. salt in 2 quarts boiling water. Mix beans and hot salt water in large pot and let beans soak at room temperature for 1 hour. Drain beans, discarding soaking liquid and rinse well before cooking.

BONNIE'S TUSCAN WHITE BEAN AND SAUSAGE SOUP



BONNIE'S TUSCAN WHITE BEAN AND SAUSAGE SOUP image

This is a different, delicous Tuscan soup with sausage meatballs, fresh spinach and white beans. In less than 30 minutes, too! Seasoned just right, you will want to double the recipe to have leftovers! I am happy to share my recipe with my JAP friends! Enjoy! Photo is my own. Recipe from the internet by Chef Mike Monohan

Provided by BonniE !

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package mild italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup matchstick carrots, diced fine
1 bag pre-washed fresh spinach
1 zuchinni sliced
1 onion, diced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
5 teaspoons of beef granules
1 jar classico italian sausage with peppers and onions sauce
1/2 cup chardonay wine
1 cup cooked ditalini noodles, or other small pasta
5 cups of water
2 cans 15 ounce cannelini or any white beans, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Put a small sauce pan on to boil water for the pasta. Add 2/3 cup to the boiling water. When it is done, drain and set aside.
  • 2. Remove the sausage from the casings. Cut each sausage into one-inch pieces. Take each piece and roll into a meat ball.
  • 3. Heat a large soup pot over medium heat for one minute, add the sausage balls and brown them. Remove and set aside. Saute the carrots in 1 tablespoon olive oil until soft, add the onions and garlic, cook two minutes, add the zuchinni, cook 1 minute more.
  • 4. Add 4 cups of water to the pot. Add 5 teaspoons of beef granules to the last cup of water, stir to mix well and pour in the pot, stir gently.
  • 5. Let soup simmer on low for 10 minutes. Add the pasta, the Classico pasta sauce, the wine and the whole bag of washed spinach. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • 6. Add the beans and cook 5 minutes more, or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve with crusty Italian Bread. Bon Appetite! Enjoy!
  • 7. Cook's Tip: Salt and pepper to taste at the table. Hot sauce if desired. Ham may be substituted (1 cup) for the sausage, but we prefer the meatballs of sausage.

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP



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Delicious chicken broth soup made with cannellini beans, small pasta and escarole. This is super good!

Provided by Marie

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced small
1 small carrot, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 red potatoes, diced
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup water
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans
2/3 cup tubetti (any small macaroni will do)
1/2 head escarole, thinly sliced and cooked

Steps:

  • In a 4 quart saucepan, over medium high heat, cook olive oil, onion, carrot, celery and potato until lightly browned, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add chicken broth, pepper and water; increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Increase heat to high; stir in beans with their liquid and pasta and heat to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until pasta is done, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in escarole until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 347.9, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 5, Sugar 2.6, Protein 6.2

CREAMY TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP



Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup image

Garlic and rosemary give this creamy soup an unmistakably Tuscan vibe.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 medium yellow onion (diced) (about 1 cup)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more to taste
4 medium cloves garlic (minced)
2 15-ounce cans + 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed, divided
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (optional; omit for a vegan version)
Additional olive oil and fresh chopped rosemary for garnish (if desired)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over low heat, add the olive oil. When hot, add the onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for another minute.
  • Add 2 cans cannellini beans, vegetable broth, and rosemary. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and allow mixture to cool to a safe temperature for pureeing. Using an immersion blender or transferring the soup to a blender in batches, completely puree mixture. If the soup seems too thick, add additional broth (the soup should be thinner than baby food but thicker than a brothy soup).
  • Return to medium-low heat. Stir in the remaining two cans beans and, if using, the heavy whipping cream. Return to a simmer.
  • Taste and season with additional kosher salt and freshly ground pepper if desired. Serve with additional chopped fresh rosemary and a drizzle of olive oil if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 kcal, Sugar 1 g, Sodium 613 mg, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH TOMATOES AND SAGE



TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH TOMATOES AND SAGE image

This recipe was prepared by Sharon Mills, a Curious Cuisiner member, for the September 2014 meeting. The original recipe was chosen from a "Slow Good" cookbook.

Provided by Tuesday Cooks

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can(s) 29oz cannellini beans, rinsed, drained
2 onions, chopped
2 carrots,, chopped
1/2 c orange winter squash, peeled and chopped
1 fresh sage spring
2 garlic cloves
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
8 c vegetable broth
1 can(s) 14oz diced tomatoes, drained
6 whole sage leaves, for garnish
1/2 c parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Place the beans, onions, carrots, squash, sage spring, garlic, sale and pepper in a 5-6 quart slow cooker. Pour the broth over the beans and vegetables.
  • 2. Cover and cook until the vegetables are fork tender (4-5 hours on high; 8-10 hours on low) Discard the sage spring and garlic
  • 3. Stir in tomatoes. Garnish each serving with sage leaves and cheese (optional)
  • 4. NOTE: Roasting the vegetables before adding them to the slow cooker will give this soup even more flavor -- Preheat to 450. Combine the onions, carrots, squash, and garlic on a nonstick baking sheet. Spray lightly with nonstick spray. Roast, stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender and browned (about 20 minutes) Add to the slow cooker as directed in Step 1 with the sage sprig, salt and pepper. NOTE: 2 cups: 182 cal, 4g fat, 2g sat. fat, 0g trans far; 8mg chol, 672 mg sodium, 28g carb, 7g fiber, 11g protein, 133mg calcium. Weight Watchers: 3 points

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH SAGE



TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH SAGE image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Fall     Winter

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cans of cannelini beans
4 stalks of celery
4 carrots
2 leeks
3 cloves of garlic
fresh sage
1 cup of white wine
2 slices of bread
1 container of stock (chicken or vegetable)
parmesan
chili flakes
butter
olive oil
sea salt
pepper

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot on med-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter and a drizzle of olive oil. Add chopped carrots, garlic, leeks and celery. Season with fresh sage leaves (4-6) some chili flakes, salt and pepper. Cook till translucent and tender. Add a cup of white wine and bring to a simmer. Add your rinsed beans and a container of stock. Bring to a simmer and cook for an hour stirring often and added water if necessary. Tear two slices of bread (ciabatta)into small pieces and put into the soup. Place soup in a blender or using a hand mixer blend till smooth and season additionally to taste. Serve with a chiffonade of fresh sage, shaved parmesan and drizzle of olive oil.

Tips:

  • Use dried beans: Dried beans are more flavorful and economical than canned beans. Be sure to soak them overnight before cooking.
  • Sauté the vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables in olive oil before adding them to the soup enhances their flavor.
  • Use a flavorful broth: A good quality vegetable or chicken broth will add depth of flavor to the soup. You can also use water, but the soup will be less flavorful.
  • Season the soup well: Be sure to season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
  • Let the soup simmer: Simmering the soup for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the soup with crusty bread or crackers: Crusty bread or crackers are a great way to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Tuscan white bean soup is a hearty, flavorful 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 simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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