Tuscan Kale and White Bean Minestrone Soup
Tuscany is famous for its white beans so it’s no surprise that its cuisine is chock full of fagioli (cannellini, white kidney beans and many other varieties). White beans are perfect for purées, soups, or tossing in whole. Our recipe takes inspiration from Tuscan white-bean soup, mixing cavolo nero (Tuscan black cabbage) in a passata […]
Ingredients
- 1 carrot, cut into small dice
- 1 stalk celery, cut into small dice
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp ground fennel seeds
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 2 ½ cups (625 ml) chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups (375 ml) strained tomatoes
- ½ lb (225 g) Tuscan kale, stems removed, coarsely chopped (see note)
- 1 recipe cooked white beans and its cooking water
- 6 slices country bread, toasted (optional)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, soften the carrot, celery, onion, garlic and spices in the oil for about 10 minutes. Add the broth, strained tomatoes, kale and beans. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes or until the soup thickens. Adjust the seasoning.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with pepper. Serve with the toasted bread, if desired.
Tuscany is famous for its white beans so it’s no surprise that its cuisine is chock full of fagioli (cannellini, white kidney beans and many other varieties). White beans are perfect for purées, soups, or tossing in whole. Our recipe takes inspiration from Tuscan white-bean soup, mixing cavolo nero (Tuscan black cabbage) in a passata (tomato-based broth) for an Italian comfort classic in a bowl.