Classic Northern Bean Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Northern beans, soaked overnight and drained
  • 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables:
    • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
  2. Add Beans and Broth:
    • Stir in the soaked and drained Northern beans, broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  3. Simmer:
    • Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally.
  4. Add Greens:
    • If using, add the chopped kale or spinach during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  5. Serve:
    • Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle into bowls and enjoy!

Enjoy these warm and satisfying Northern bean soup recipes!

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