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Ina Garten Tuscan White Bean Soup Recipe

Creamy Ina Garten Tuscan White Bean Soup Recipe You’ll Love

This creamy Ina Garten Tuscan White Bean Soup is a comforting, healthy weeknight meal featuring rich flavors and customizable ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin recommended
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
For the Soup Liquid
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cans cannellini beans rinsed
  • 1 leaf bay leaf remove before serving
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For Creaminess and Garnish
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream optional
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional

Equipment

  • Large soup pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add diced onion, chopped carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until soft.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, and crushed red pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in broth and rinsed cannellini beans. Add bay leaf, stir, and bring to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. For a creamier consistency, blend part of the soup with an immersion blender.
  7. Stir in heavy cream if desired and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and remember to remove the bay leaf before serving. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for 3 months.

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