Creamy Cannellini-Broccoli Soup Recipe | Tasting Table
Prep Time:
Cook Time:
35 minutes
Servings:
6 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¾ to 1 pound broccoli stems--trimmed, peeled, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
  • 1 large leek, white and light green part only, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 dried bay leaf
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
Directions
  1. In a large pot set over medium heat, add the olive oil, broccoli stems, leek and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the broccoli is tender and the leek is soft, about 10 minutes (reduce the heat if the vegetables begin to brown).
  2. To the pot, add the chicken broth, water, bay leaf, black pepper, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese rind (if using) and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Simmer for 10 minutes, add the beans and simmer for 10 minutes longer. Remove and discard the bay leaf and the cheese rind. Transfer the soup to a blender and purée until smooth, puréeing the soup in batches if necessary.
  3. Return the soup to a clean pot set over medium heat. Heat until warm. Taste and add more salt if needed. Divide among 6 bowls and serve sprinkled with the fresh dill. Calories per Serving: 70; Sodium: 770mg; Total Carbohydrate: 9g; Fiber: 2g; Fat: 2.5g