Bean & Basil Soup Recipe

Name: Bean & Basil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken stock; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 4 cups cannellini beans (rinsed if canned); 2 garlic cloves; 1/2 cup fresh basil; 2 teaspoons olive oil; salt and pepper; 1 cup ditalini (or any small pasta); basil leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

4 cups chicken stock
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon oregano
4 cups cannellini beans (rinsed if canned)
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup fresh basil
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt and pepper
1 cup ditalini (or any small pasta)
basil leaves, for garnish

1
In large saucepan, bring chicken stock to a boil over medium heat. Add tomatoes, onion and oregano and simmer about 10 minutes. Add beans and continue cooking until onion is tender, about another 10 minutes.
2
In blender or food processor, finely chop the garlic and basil. Add olive oil and process until combined. Using a slotted spoon, transfer half the beans and veggies to the basil mixture. Process until smooth, then stir puree back into the soup.
3
Cook pasta, reserving 1 cup of cooking water. Stir the pasta into the soup and season with salt and pepper. If the soup is too thick, thin out with the pasta cooking water.
4
Garnish with basil and serve.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups chicken stock, 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, coarsely chopped, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, and more.

Yes, Bean & Basil Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bean & Basil Soup

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