Cozy Rosemary Garlic White Bean Soup (Printable)
A comforting bowl of creamy white beans simmered with fresh rosemary, garlic, and vegetables. Perfect for chilly days.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 2 medium carrots, diced
05 - 2 celery stalks, diced
→ Beans & Broth
06 - 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
→ Herbs & Seasoning
08 - 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
09 - 1 bay leaf
10 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Finish
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
14 - Crusty bread, to serve
# How-To Steps:
01 - Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
02 - Stir in the garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, until vegetables start to soften.
03 - Add the beans, vegetable broth, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
05 - Remove and discard the bay leaf and rosemary sprigs.
06 - For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to partially puree the soup, leaving some beans whole.
07 - Stir in lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and accompanied by crusty bread if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in under an hour with pantry staples you probably already have on hand
- The rosemary and garlic combination creates an aroma that will have everyone asking whats for dinner before they even walk through the door
02 -
- Do not skip the lemon juice at the end it completely transforms the soup from good to extraordinary
- Partially blending the soup instead of completely pureeing it creates a much more satisfying eating experience
03 -
- Mash some of the beans against the side of the pot before simmering if you want a thicker texture without using a blender
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic if you like gentle heat that balances the creaminess