Mediterranean White Bean Soup

Steps to make

1. 1

   Cook onions

   5 min
   

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil until it shimmers. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add garlic

   1 min
   

   Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, if using, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4. 3

   Add broth, tomatoes, beans and seasonings

   2 min
   

   Pour in 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth, 1 can diced tomatoes with their juices, and 2 cans drained and rinsed white beans. Add in 2 fresh rosemary sprigs, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and a Parmesan rind, if using, and stir to combine.

5. 4

   Simmer

   10 min
   

   Bring to a boil. Once at a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

6. 5

   Add spinach

   2 min
   

   Stir in 5 ounces baby spinach, a few handfuls at a time, and cook until just wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Taste and adjust for salt and black pepper if needed.

7. 6

   Serve

   

   Ladle the soup into bowls and serve garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.