Navy bean soup

Monday August 23, 2010 12:04 PM
Ingredients:
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1-1/2 cups chopped onions
  • 1 cup sliced celery 
  • 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 T. vegetable oil 
  • 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth 
  • 2 cans (15 ounces) navy or great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets 
  • 1/2 tsp. salt 
  • 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary, crushed 
  • 1/4 tsp. dried thyme 
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper 
  • 1 cup fresh baby spinach, optional

How to prepare:

In a Dutch oven, saute the carrots, onions, celery and garlic in oil until tender. Add broth, one can of beans, broccoli and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes. Place remaining beans in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. Add to the soup with the spinach if desired; simmer for 2 minutes or until heated through. Serve with Cole slaw. Enjoy!



Shared by Laurie, TheBAG Lady

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