Italian Bread Soup Recipe

Name: Italian Bread Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dry northern white beans; 2 onions, diced; 6 carrots, diced; 1 -3 tablespoon olive oil; 4 stalks celery, diced; 1 bunch swiss chard; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 5 tomatoes, diced; 6 cups chicken stock; 1 loaf Italian bread, 1 inch cubes; salt and pepper, to taste; 12 bunch fresh parsley, minced; 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb dry northern white beans
2 onions, diced
6 carrots, diced
1 -3 tablespoon olive oil
4 stalks celery, diced
1 bunch swiss chard
4 cloves garlic, minced
5 tomatoes, diced
6 cups chicken stock
1 loaf Italian bread, 1 inch cubes
salt and pepper, to taste
12 bunch fresh parsley, minced
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

1
Cover beans with water and soak overnight.
2
Drain, add fresh water to cover, and simmer until done.
3
In a medium sized soup pot, saute onions and carrots in olive oil for 3 minutes.
4
Add celery, chard and garlic and saute 10 minutes.
5
Add tomatoes and beans and enough chicken stock to cover.
6
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer one hour.
7
Stir in bread cubes, salt and pepper, parsley and cheese.
8
Let rest on stovetop for 2 to 4 hours.
9
Longer is better.
10
Reheat prior to serving.
11
Top each bowl with some shredded Parmesan cheese.

1313

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

146

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb dry northern white beans, 2 onions, diced, 6 carrots, diced, 1 -3 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

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

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian Bread Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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