Description
Parmesan Tomato Cannellini Bean Soup is a cozy, Italian-inspired dish made with tender cannellini beans, rich tomatoes, and savory Parmesan.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 Parmesan rind (optional but recommended)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Extra grated Parmesan
- Fresh basil or parsley
- Crusty bread or toast
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook 4–5 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add tomato paste and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Pour in crushed tomatoes and stir to combine.
- Stir in cannellini beans, broth, and Parmesan rind if using. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove Parmesan rind. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and top with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Parmesan Tomato Cannellini Bean Soup, Italian soup, cozy soup, hearty soup