Genuine Butter Bean & Herb Soup with Crispy Rosemary Croutons

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A slow-simmered, deeply satisfying soup that honors the 'genuine' essence of humble ingredients, featuring velvety beans and aromatic herbs. This french-inspired soups (vegetarian, low-sodium) ready in about 50 minutes pairs (15 oz) cannellini beans, vegetable broth, diced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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.

★ 3.7 (12 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 French cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Drain and rinse 1 can cannellini beans, reserving 1/2 cup liquid. In a large pot, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat, then sauté 1/2 cup minced shallot and 1 cup diced carrots for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Step 2: Add 1/2 cup diced celery, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 cups vegetable broth, reserved bean liquid, and 1 can beans. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until carrots are tender.
  4. Step 4: Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth (or transfer to blender in batches), then stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream and simmer for 5 more minutes until thickened.
  5. Step 5: Toast 1/2 cup croutons in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes until golden and crisp, then serve soup topped with toasted croutons.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Genuine Butter Bean & Herb Soup with Crispy Rosemary Croutons take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Genuine Butter Bean & Herb Soup with Crispy Rosemary Croutons?

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 (15 oz) cannellini beans from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Genuine Butter Bean & Herb Soup with Crispy Rosemary Croutons?

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 Genuine Butter Bean & Herb Soup with Crispy Rosemary Croutons for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Genuine Butter Bean & Herb Soup with Crispy Rosemary Croutons vegetarian?

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

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