French Country White Bean Soup
This hearty French Country White Bean Soup is simple, satisfying, and comes together in under 30 minutes using pantry staples like canned white beans, garlic, and broth. It’s a nourishing, budget-friendly meal that’s packed with plant-based protein and fiber. Light yet filling, it’s perfect for lunch or a light supper and pairs beautifully with crusty bread and a fresh salad. Make it as-is for a cozy, comforting bowl—or dress it up with a dollop of herb sauce for a gourmet twist.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin
- 2 teaspoons garlic chopped
- 3 14.5-ounce cans Great Northern or other white beans 5 cups
- 1 14.5-ounce can vegetable or chicken broth (1 ½ cups
- Kosher salt & fresh ground pepper to taste
- 4 thick slices of crusty bread grilled or toasted
- Provençal herb sauce (recipe available)
Instructions
- In a saucepan on medium heat, warm the olive oil.
- Add garlic and stir until fragrant.
- Add beans and broth, bring to a boil then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Now, you want to puree some of the beans to add creaminess to the soup. Puree about half of the beans with a food processor or blender, or immersion blender or smoosh beans on the side of the pot with a fork. It all works!
- Return the puree to the soup and stir to combine.
- Serve the soup topped with lots of pepper, a drizzle of sauce and a big chunk of toasted bread.
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