TUSCAN BEAN AND SWISS CHARD SOUP

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Leafy Green     Pork     Low/No Sugar     Bacon     Fall     Winter     Chard     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 to 6 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb dried white beans such as Great Northern, cannellini, or navy (2 cups), picked over and rinsed
1/4 lb sliced pancetta, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 fennel bulb (sometimes called anise), stalks discarded and bulb chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 cups ">chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth (32 fl oz)
4 cups water
1 (3- by 2-inch) piece Parmigiano-Reggiano rind
1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 lb Swiss chard (preferably red or rainbow), stems discarded and leaves halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Soak beans in cold water to cover by 2 inches in a bowl at room temperature at least 8 hours, or quick-soak (see cooks' note, below). Drain in a colander.
  • Cook pancetta in oil in a wide 6- to 8-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer pancetta with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  • Cook onion and fennel in oil remaining in pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add beans, stock, water, cheese rind, bay leaf, and pepper and simmer, uncovered, until beans are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Discard cheese rind and bay leaf.
  • Stir in Swiss chard and salt and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until chard is tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Season soup with salt and pepper.

Ali hassan safi ali hassan
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I've made this soup several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite!


Giovanni Nelson
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This soup is so delicious and comforting. It's the perfect meal to warm you up on a cold day.


Creater Bright
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I love that this soup is so easy to make. I can throw it together in no time, which is perfect for a busy weeknight.


Gage Netherland
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with beans, Swiss chard, and other healthy ingredients.


Classic Jummith
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this soup. It's so flavorful and satisfying, I don't even miss the meat.


Raja Shujjat Hussain
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I love the simplicity of this soup. It's made with a few simple ingredients, but the flavors are anything but simple.


Sakib Babu
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, filling, and so delicious.


Sufyan Shaihk
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I'm a big fan of Italian food and this soup is no exception. It's hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cold winter day.


Chisomo Labisoni
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


S_A_K____ PAHTAN
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I love that this soup is so versatile. I've made it with different types of beans and greens, and it always turns out great. It's also a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables for my kids.


Walter Limonyo
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. It was so easy to make and it tasted like it came from a restaurant.


JEREMY REA
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and many people asked for the recipe.


Waji Gujjar
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans and Swiss chard. It's also a very affordable meal, which is always a plus.


Shifat Siam
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I'm not usually a fan of soups, but this one converted me! The flavors were so well-balanced and the texture was perfect. I would definitely make this again.


Mahi Virk
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This soup was an absolute delight! The combination of beans, Swiss chard, and Parmesan cheese created a rich and flavorful broth. I especially loved the addition of toasted bread cubes, which added a satisfying crunch to each bite.