White Bean and Parmesan Soup (Printable)

Creamy white beans blended with savory Parmesan and aromatic vegetables for a comforting, protein-rich bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
04 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Beans & Liquid

06 - 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 4 cups vegetable stock
08 - 1 bay leaf

→ Dairy & Seasoning

09 - 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ Garnish

14 - Chopped fresh parsley

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until vegetables are softened.
02 - Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add the drained beans, vegetable stock, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
05 - Remove the bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth and creamy, or transfer in batches to a blender.
06 - Stir in the Parmesan cheese and heavy cream. Heat gently until cheese is melted and soup is heated through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls. Top with extra Parmesan and chopped parsley. Serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It is incredibly easy to make with a total time of just 50 minutes.
  • The recipe is naturally vegetarian and can be made gluten-free using the right stock.
  • It uses simple pantry staples like cannellini beans and common vegetables.
  • The texture is velvety and rich, making it a satisfying main or side dish.
02 -
  • Always rinse canned beans thoroughly to remove excess sodium and starches.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-shredded for a smoother melt.
  • If the soup becomes too thick after sitting, thin it out with a splash of vegetable stock or water when reheating.
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