Hearty and Delicious White Bean Soup Recipe

This comforting white bean soup is perfect for feeding a large group of people. Packed with vegetables, herbs, and hearty white beans, this soup is sure to become a favorite among your guests. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the garlic, thyme, and rosemary, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth, white beans, and bay leaves. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove the bay leaves and use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some whole beans for texture.
5. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
7. Enjoy!

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