Tuscan White Bean Soup

tuscan white bean soup in a white bowl with ungrated pecorino cheese

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5 from 1 vote

This flavorful, hearty Tuscan white bean soup is the perfect option for chilly nights!

Prep Time15

Cook Time35

Additional Time20

Total Time1 10

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: tuscan soup, white bean soup

Servings: servings

Calories: 313kcal

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 oz pancetta diced
½ oz dried porcini mushrooms reconstituted and chopped
½ cup dry white wine
6 cup chicken broth preferably organic
Reserved liquid from reconstituting dried mushrooms
2 inch Parmesan cheese rind
2 bay leaves
1½ tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves chopped
3 cup cooked cannellini beans divided
Sea salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups Tuscan kale washed, stems removed, leaves chopped
¾ cup Pecorino Romano cheese freshly grated and divided

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add pancetta and chopped porcini mushrooms to hot pan and sauté until pancetta is nicely browned, approximately 4-5 minutes.
Add white wine and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Reduce heat to medium and simmer a few minutes until wine is reduced by half.
Add chicken broth, reserved liquid from dried mushrooms, Parmesan rind, bay leaves, fresh rosemary, and 2 cups cannellini beans. Stir to combine and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Simmer for 20 minutes or until heated through.
While the soup simmers, add remaining cup of cannellini beans and a little water to a blender or food processer and puree until smooth. Stir into soup to thicken.
Add chopped kale and ½ cup grated Pecorino cheese and stir until cheese is completely melted and the kale is wilted, approximately 3-4 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired. Remove from heat and discard the Parmesan rind and bay leaves. Serve immediately with remaining grated Pecorino cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

Money-Saving Tip: In many parts of the world, dried porcini mushrooms are more economical and easier to find throughout the year than their fresh counterparts. They are often sold in grocery stores in 1 oz. packages or online in large quantities. Once reconstituted, strain the soaking liquid through cheesecloth or a coffee filter to remove sediment and add to soups, stews, or
sauces for extra flavor.

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