Rustic, hearty, and full of Italian comfort—creamy white beans, herbs, and olive oil goodness
🕒 Prep Time
15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time
30–35 minutes
🍲 Servings
4–6 servings
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each) cannellini beans, drained & rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 sprig fresh)
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups fresh kale or spinach, chopped
- Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional finish: extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice