White Bean and Arborio Rice Soup Recipe

Name: White Bean and Arborio Rice Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbs. olive oil, divided; ⅔ cup Arborio rice; 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.); 3 1/4 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary; 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 2 cups sliced cabbage; 1 bay leaf; 2 slices Italian bread, torn into 1-inch pieces (1 cup); 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1 15.5-oz. can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

Servings: persons

1
Heat 2 Tbs.
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oil in pot over medium heat.
3
Add rice, and saute 6 minutes, or until toasted, stirring occasionally.
4
Stir in garlic and rosemary, and cook 2 minutes more.
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Add broth, cabbage, and bay leaf; cover, and bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 minutes.
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Pulse bread and pine nuts in food processor until small crumbs form.
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Heat remaining 1 Tbs.
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oil in skillet over medium heat.
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Add breadcrumb mixture, and saute 5 minutes, or until breadcrumbs are crisp and toasted.
11
Add beans to soup, and cook 5 minutes more, or until rice is tender.
12
Remove bay leaf, and stir in breadcrumbs.
13
Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

937

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* 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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbs. olive oil, divided, ⅔ cup Arborio rice, 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.), 3 1/4 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary, and more.

Yes, White Bean and Arborio Rice 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.

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White Bean and Arborio Rice Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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