When the weather outside is frightful and the days are cold, there's nothing quite like a warm and hearty bowl of soup to warm the soul. And when it comes to hearty soups, Italian bean soup is a classic for a reason. With its flavorful broth, tender beans, and hearty vegetables, it's a soup that's both satisfying and nutritious. And the best part is, it's incredibly easy to make in a slow cooker, so you can enjoy a delicious and comforting meal with minimal effort.
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ITALIAN BEAN SOUP FOR THE SLOW COOKER
This hearty bean soup almost makes itself. Vary the bouillon to suite your taste using vegetable, chicken or beef. I've tried different bean combinations as well and this is one of many that works well. Great vegetarian soup when using vegetable broth! Add garlic bread and a salad and you've got a complete meal!
Provided by rsarahl
Categories Beans
Time 7h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse beans and place in a large pot.
- Cover beans with 5 cups cold water.
- Bring water to a boil; reduce heat.
- Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Cover and let stand for 1 hour.
- Drain and rinse the beans.
- Alternatively, soak the beans overnight in cold water in a covered pan, then drain and rinse.
- In a 4 quart crock pot combine beans, 4 cups fresh water, tomatoes with juices, onion, bouillon, garlic, Italian seasoning and pepper.
- Cook on low-heat setting for 11 to 13 hours or on high heat setting for 5 1/2 to 6 1/2.
- Thirty minutes before serving, thaw green beans and stir into soup.
- Cook soup for 30 minutes more on high-heat until frozen beans are cooked and tender.
- Serve with garlic bread and a salad for a complete meal.
ITALIAN BEAN SOUP
This budget-friendly bean soup with orzo, potato and veggies is so hearty, you won't even notice it's meatless. -Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, potato and celery in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, beans, tomatoes, parsley and pesto. Bring to a boil. Stir in pasta. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until pasta is tender, 10-15 minutes. , Add spinach and cook just until wilted. Sprinkle each serving with cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
SLOW-COOKER TUSCAN BEAN SOUP
Cool weather? Warm tummies with a slow cooker hearty soup.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except parsley and oil.
- Cover: cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
- Stir in parsley and oil before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 11 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1470 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
ITALIAN BEEF AND BEAN SOUP
Souper solution. Serve this soup with a salad and breadsticks and make it a quick and easy meal in minutes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In 1-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag, place flour, salt and pepper. Seal bag; shake until blended. Add beef; seal bag and shake until beef is evenly coated with flour mixture.
- In 3-quart heavy saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown on all sides.
- Stir in remaining ingredients except cheese. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Serve with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
SLOW COOKER PASTA FAGIOLI SOUP
This Italian pasta fagioli soup is fairly healthy and tasty, and easy to make in a slow cooker.
Provided by Stephen Williams
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 4h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Transfer beef into a slow cooker.
- Add beef stock, diced tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, red and white kidney beans, beef broth, onion, carrots, celery, parsley, oregano, pepper, salt, and hot sauce to the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours or on High for 4 to 6 hours, adding pasta in during the last 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1072 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
ITALIAN BEAN SOUP
This is a hearty winter soup to take the chill from your bones. If you prefer to use canned beans, I suggest 2 cans of beans.
Provided by Lorrie in Montreal
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 1h40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Rinse dry beans.
- In a Dutch oven combine rinsed beans and 5 cups cold water.
- Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
- Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans.
- In a slow cooker combine beans, 4 cups water, onion, tomatoes, bouillon, garlic, the 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, and pepper.
- Cook, covered, on high or 5-6 hours until beans are tender.
- Thaw green beans and stir into soup.
- Cook about 30 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, stir together margarine,garlic powder, Parmesan, and 1/8 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
- Spread on 1 side of each bread slice.
- Broil 4 to 5 inches from oven broiler for.
- 45 to 60 seconds or until crisp and light brown.
- Watch carefully.
- To serve, ladle soup into bowls.
- Float 2 pieces of herb toast atop each bowl of soup.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan.
- You can also add chopped ham, Italian sausage that you brown first, or leftover beef roast.
SLOW-COOKER TUSCAN WHITE BEAN SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: medium white onion, carrots, celery, garlic, chopped kale, canned diced tomatoes, white beans, salt, pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, vegetable stock
Provided by Robin Broadfoot
Categories Lunch
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a slow cooker, combine the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, kale, tomatoes, beans, salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, and vegetable stock. Stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
- Serve hot.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1082 calories, Carbohydrate 103 grams, Fat 94 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 24 grams
Tips:
- Use dried beans instead of canned beans for a more flavorful soup. Remember to rinse and sort the beans before cooking.
- Soak the beans overnight or for at least 4 hours before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your soup. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients.
- Add some herbs and spices to your soup for extra flavor. Italian seasoning, garlic, and onion are all good choices.
- Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
Italian Bean Soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of beans, vegetables, and herbs, this soup is a healthy and delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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