Best 5 Kale White Bean And Farro Stew Recipes

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Are you craving a hearty and nutritious stew that will warm you up on a chilly day? Look no further than kale, white bean, and farro stew. This satisfying dish combines the earthy flavors of kale, the creamy texture of white beans, and the nutty taste of farro in a flavorful broth. Plus, it's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it a guilt-free meal that will keep you feeling full and energized. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to indulge in this delicious and wholesome stew.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

KALE, WHITE BEAN, AND FARRO STEW



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This recipe is a spin on a classic Italian farro and bean soup, but heartier and with more vegetables! You can use chicken stock if you prefer. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Nichole Spell

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
3 carrots, chopped
1 Spanish onion, chopped
1 leek (white and light green part only), thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup farro
2 cups water, or more if needed
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 ½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 zucchini, diced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bunch kale, leaves stripped from stems and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blend contents of 1 can cannellini beans with its liquid in a blender until pureed.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir celery, carrots, Spanish onion, and leek in hot oil until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes; add garlic and continue cooking until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes more.
  • Stir farro into the vegetable mixture; add water, pureed cannellini beans, the drained cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, zucchini, tomato paste, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir the mixture well and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, place a cover on the pot, and simmer until the farro is tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Stir kale, salt, and pepper into the stew. Add more water to the stew if needed to keep everything covered in liquid and continue cooking until the kale is bright green and fully tender, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.6 calories, Carbohydrate 65.4 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 1720.2 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

TUSCAN KALE AND WHITE BEAN STEW



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A hearty kale and white bean soup simmered in vegetable stock.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup vegetable base, such as Vogue Vegebase
2 tablespoons butter substitute, such as Earth Balance Buttery Spread
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3 carrots, diced
3 inner stalks celery, diced
1 large Spanish onion, diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 sprigs thyme
1 sprig rosemary
4 cloves garlic, minced
Two 14-ounce cans cannellini beans (do not drain)
Zest of 1 lemon
1 pound Tuscan kale, tough stems discarded and leaves chopped, washed and dried (about 8 cups)

Steps:

  • Combine the vegetable base and 8 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer, whisking to dissolve the base. Set aside.
  • Place a Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the butter substitute and olive oil and heat until melted. Add the carrots, celery and onions and season with salt and pepper. Saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Tie the thyme and rosemary into a bundle with kitchen string and add it to the pot along with the garlic. Cook for 1 minute more.
  • 3. Add the beans and their liquid, the lemon zest and vegetable stock. Bring to a simmer and cook until the beans are tender, about 10 minutes. Add the kale, season with salt and pepper and simmer until the kale has wilted and softened a bit, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Divide the soup among bowls and drizzle with olive oil.

WHITE BEAN AND KALE STEW



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The complex flavor of this stew will have 'em thinking you've been simmering it for hours. Adding the kale leaves at the very end ensures they keep their structure.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, diced
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 can (15 ounces) whole tomatoes, chopped (juice reserved)
1/2 pound small red potatoes, scrubbed and diced
1 can (15 ounces) white beans, drained and rinsed
1 bunch kale (1 pound), stems removed and leaves torn into small pieces
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery and season with salt. Cook vegetables, stirring, until tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Increase heat to medium high and add tomatoes and their juice. Cook, stirring, until mixture begins to caramelize, about 3 minutes.
  • Add 7 cups water, potatoes, and beans, and bring soup to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes, then stir in kale.
  • Cook, covered, until tender, about 2 minutes, then season with salt and pepper. Top with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 g, Cholesterol 6 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 272 g

KALE, WHITE BEAN, AND FARRO SOUP



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Cannellini beans provide protein and fiber in this fragrant, steaming broth with Kale, White Bean, and Farro Soup. It's loaded with vegetables, grains, and herbs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 large onion, finely diced
1 large carrot, peeled and finely diced
1 large celery stalk, finely diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/2 bunch (7 ounces) curly kale, stems removed, leaves cut into 2-inch pieces (6 packed cups)
1 can (15 ounces) white beans, such as cannellini, drained and rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups cooked farro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium pot over medium. Add onion, carrot, and celery and cook, stirring, until vegetables are tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Add sage and tomatoes; cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add 6 cups water, kale, and beans; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until greens are tender, 30 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • Transfer 2 cups of soup to a blender; puree. Return to pot; stir in farro and season with salt and pepper. Serve with a drizzle of oil.

KALE, WHITE BEAN, AND FARRO STEW



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This recipe is a spin on a classic Italian farro and bean soup, but heartier and with more vegetables! You can use chicken stock if you prefer. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Nichole Spell

Categories     Bean and Pea Soups

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
3 carrots, chopped
1 Spanish onion, chopped
1 leek (white and light green part only), thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup farro
2 cups water, or more if needed
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 ½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 zucchini, diced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bunch kale, leaves stripped from stems and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blend contents of 1 can cannellini beans with its liquid in a blender until pureed.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir celery, carrots, Spanish onion, and leek in hot oil until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes; add garlic and continue cooking until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes more.
  • Stir farro into the vegetable mixture; add water, pureed cannellini beans, the drained cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, zucchini, tomato paste, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir the mixture well and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, place a cover on the pot, and simmer until the farro is tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Stir kale, salt, and pepper into the stew. Add more water to the stew if needed to keep everything covered in liquid and continue cooking until the kale is bright green and fully tender, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.6 calories, Carbohydrate 65.4 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 1720.2 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal kale. Kale is at its best in the winter months, when it is sweetest and most tender.
  • Choose hearty white beans. Cannellini beans or Great Northern beans are good options.
  • Rinse the farro before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a flavorful broth. Vegetable broth or chicken broth are both good options.
  • Add some spice. A pinch of red pepper flakes or chili powder will give the stew a nice kick.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread or rice. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Kale, white bean, and farro stew is a hearty, healthy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a warming and satisfying meal, give this stew a try!

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