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Creamy Spinach Bean Soup

Creamy Spinach Bean Soup

Discover the magic of Creamy Spinach Bean Soup, a velvety blend of beans, fresh spinach, and rich parmesan for a comforting meal. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 sweet onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 can (14 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 2 cans (14 oz each) cannellini beans drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 piece Parmesan rind
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for garnish
  • 140 g fresh or frozen spinach
  • to taste red pepper flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic with a pinch of salt and pepper; cook for about 5 minutes, until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste, dried basil, oregano, and thyme; cook for another 5 minutes, stirring often.
  4. Add the fire-roasted tomatoes, cannellini beans, broth, and Parmesan rind; bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the lid, stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan, and spinach; cook for an additional 5–10 minutes.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan and red pepper flakes; serve with toasted bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 4mg

Notes

If you're missing an ingredient, swap the heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option. Fresh spinach can be replaced with kale or Swiss chard. Always save your Parmesan rinds for added flavor in soups and stews. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove, adding broth if needed to loosen the consistency. For extra flavor, consider roasting the garlic beforehand or experimenting with different herbs like rosemary or marjoram.
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