Community Hearth Vegetable Bean Soup

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A comforting, slow-simmered vegetable and bean soup that brings together wholesome ingredients in a harmonious, warming broth. This american-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 95 minutes pairs olive oil, large, diced onion, medium, diced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 75 min Serves 6 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large diced onion, 3 diced carrots, and 3 diced celery stalks. Cook for 8 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 can (15 oz) drained cannellini beans, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, and 1 tsp dried thyme. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Step 4: Cover and simmer for 45 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 cup chopped kale and cook for 10 minutes until tender.
  6. Step 6: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Community Hearth Vegetable Bean Soup take to make?

Total time is about 95 minutes (20 min prep + 75 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Community Hearth Vegetable Bean Soup?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Community Hearth Vegetable Bean Soup?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Community Hearth Vegetable Bean Soup for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Community Hearth Vegetable Bean Soup vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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