Parmesan Tomato Cannellini Bean (Print-Friendly Version)
A warm, flavorful blend of beans, tomatoes, and Parmesan seasoned with herbs for a cozy meal.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Base
01 -
30 ml olive oil
02 -
1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Vegetables & Beans
04 -
820 g canned diced tomatoes with juice
05 -
710 ml vegetable broth
06 -
850 g canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
→ Seasonings
07 -
1 tsp dried thyme
08 -
1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
10 -
Optional: 1 tsp red pepper flakes
→ Finishing
11 -
25 g grated Parmesan cheese
12 -
15 g fresh basil leaves, chopped
# Detailed Directions:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
02 -
Incorporate minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 -
Add diced tomatoes with their juice to the pot and stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
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Pour in vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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Add cannellini beans, dried thyme, Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well.
06 -
Allow the soup to simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes to blend flavors.
07 -
Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted.
08 -
Just before serving, stir in chopped fresh basil leaves for freshness.
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For added heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top according to taste.
# Helpful Advice:
01 -
Adjust red pepper flakes to desired spiciness level. For a creamier texture, blend partially using an immersion blender before adding Parmesan cheese. Garnish with additional Parmesan and basil if preferred.