Best 7 White Bean And Escarole Soup With Garlic Recipes

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Craving a hearty and comforting meal? Look no further than white bean and escarole soup with garlic. This classic Italian soup is not only delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients. The combination of tender white beans, slightly bitter escarole, and aromatic garlic creates a flavor profile that is both satisfying and invigorating. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a cozy meal to warm you up on a cold day, this soup is sure to hit the spot. So grab your favorite bowl and spoon and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE BEAN AND ESCAROLE SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 ounces pancetta or prosciutto cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1/2 cup diced onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon minced rosemary or thyme
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 head escarole, (about 1 pound) trimmed, washed, and coarsely chopped
Two 15 ounce cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup peeled, seeded, and chopped vine-ripened tomato or chopped canned plum tomato
5 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Serving suggestions:
  • Drizzle each serving with extra-virgin olive oil and/or sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan and serve with a good crusty bread.
  • In a soup pot, heat the oil over medium heat, add the pancetta, and saute for about 5 minutes. Remove meat with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add the onion and saute until golden, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, rosemary, and pepper flakes; saute for 3 minutes more. Add the escarole, stirring for 2 minutes more. Add the beans, tomato, broth, and salt to taste; bring to a boil. Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in the reserved pancetta and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with the oil and/or cheese and the crusty bread. Cook's note: Swiss chard is a welcome substitute for the escarole.
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WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH ESCAROLE



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This escarole and bean soup has become a favorite because it uses kitchen staples, it's packed with healthy ingredients and is a cinch to prepare. If I can't find escarole, I sub fresh spinach at the very end of cooking. -Gina Samokar, North Haven, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
1 bunch escarole or spinach, coarsely chopped (about 8 cups)
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Add broth, tomatoes, Italian seasoning and pepper flakes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes., Stir in orzo and escarole. Return to a boil; cook 12-14 minutes or until orzo is tender. Add beans; heat through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle servings with cheese. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WHITE BEAN AND ESCAROLE SOUP



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 onion, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
2 1/2 cups cooked cannellini beans, with a little of the liquid
4 cups chicken broth
1 head escarole or 5 cups baby spinach, chopped
Fennel pollen, optional garnish
Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, optional garnish

Steps:

  • Heat a medium Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to the pan along with the onion, celery, carrot and garlic. Season with the salt and cook, stirring often for about 4 minutes, or until fragrant and soft. Add the red pepper flakes, if using, and cannellini beans and stir to combine.
  • Add the broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Add the escarole and stir to wilt. Cook an additional 5 minutes. Serve topped with a drizzle of the remaining olive oil, fennel pollen and Parmigiano-Reggiano, if using.

ESCAROLE AND WHITE BEAN SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Leafy Green     Vegetable     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Fall     Healthy     Escarole     Simmer     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head escarole (1 pound), tough ribs discarded and leaves thinly sliced (8 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large garlic clove, chopped
1 large celery rib, cut diagonally into 1/8-inch-thick slices
2 carrots, cut diagonally into 1/8-inch-thick slices
2 (13 1/2- to 14 1/2-ounce) cans chicken broth or vegetable broth
3 cups water
1 (16- to 19-ounce) can white beans such as cannellini, rinsed and drained
Accompaniment: grated parmesan

Steps:

  • Cook escarole in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 5 minutes, then transfer with slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain escarole in a colander, pressing gently to remove excess water.
  • Heat oil in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté onion, garlic, celery, and carrots, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth and water and bring to a boil, then add escarole and beans and simmer, uncovered, until carrots and celery are tender, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

ESCAROLE WITH WHITE BEANS



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I grew up eating this, not just as a side dish, but as a main meal. My grandmother would make a pot of it, and spoon some over a thick slab of Italian bread, which would absorb the juices. This is true comfort food to me! However, if that doesn't sound like a meal to you, you can always add 1 pound of Italian sausage. Reduce the olive oil to 1 T., and cook the sausage, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes before slicing. Then add the onions to the pan and continue from there.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 small onions, quartered and sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine (I use Sauvignon Blanc)
1 cup chicken broth
1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans (do not drain or rinse)
1 small escarole, tough stems removed and roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
  • Add onions to the pan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 6 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the wine and broth and bring to a boil. Add the beans, escarole, salt, and pepper. Cover skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the escarole is completely wilted, about 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle Parmesan on top and serve.

ESCAROLE AND WHITE BEAN SOUP



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Growing up with an Italian grandmother, this is like chicken soup for the soul to me! This is fabulous on a chilly or rainy (or both) day. Add a crisp green salad, crusty bread, and a glass of Chianti. Adapted from Good Food Magazine, December 1987. Prep time does not include time to soak beans.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Greens

Time 4h

Yield 3 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb dried white bean, rinsed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
3 -4 quarts water
1 bay leaf
6 ounces escarole, trimmed, cut crosswise into 1-inch lengths (about 3 cups packed)
1 cup thinly sliced carrot
2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/4 cup packed Italian parsley
2 slices lemon zest (3x1/2-inch)
1 garlic clove, peeled
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
extra virgin olive oil (for serving)
freshly grated parmesan cheese (for serving)

Steps:

  • Soak beans overnight in large bowl of cold water; or heat to boiling in large saucepan of water, remove from heat, and let stand 1 hour. Drain well.
  • Heat oil in large Dutch oven. Add onions and chopped garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 15 minutes. Add beans and stir to coat with oil. Pour in 3 quarts water and add bay leaf. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until beans are tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours; thin with additional water if necessary.
  • Stir in escarole, carrots, salt, and pepper. Continue simmering until vegetables are very soft, about 45 minutes.
  • Finely mince parsley, lemon zest, and garlic clove together. Stir into soup and simmer 15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in lemon juice just before serving. Serve hot, passing oil and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663.9, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 1638.5, Carbohydrate 110.1, Fiber 27.7, Sugar 10.1, Protein 37.9

WHITE BEAN AND ESCAROLE SOUP



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound navy beans
12 cups Homemade Beef Stock
1 large onion, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
1/4 pound pancetta (Italian raw bacon), cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 large head of large escarole
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Soak beans overnight, or boil for 3 minutes and then soak for 1 hour. Drain beans, discarding the soaking liquid. Simmer beans in stock with onion, garlic, and bay leaves until beans are tender, about 1 hour. Blanch pancetta in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain, and add to the soup halfway through cooking.
  • Wash escarole, and pat dry. Roughly chop escarole; set aside.
  • When beans are thoroughly cooked, add chopped escarole. Simmer for 2 minutes, and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful soup, use homemade chicken broth instead of water.
  • If you don't have escarole, you can substitute another leafy green, such as kale or spinach.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little spice.
  • Serve the soup with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This White Bean and Escarole Soup with Garlic is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, spicy or mild, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying soup, give this one a try.

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