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Wednesday 6 December 2023

Winter Vegetable Soup - Tuscan Style - So Warming


Well, it's certainly been chilly and very wintry in most parts of the UK recently. A warming bowl of soup could just be the thing to enjoy. I have shared this recipe before, but it's always worth another post! Some readers may find Cannellini beans a little 'carby', so as always dear reader it is important to note, that a variety of recipe ideas are within this blog, and not all may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use your meter. If you have any concerns about your health, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or health care team.

However, if you feel you'd like to give this recipe idea a try here is what you will need for four servings.

Ingredients
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 celery stick, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 parsnip, chopped
1 onion, chopped ingredient
1 leek, white and pale green parts only, sliced and rinsed
2 tbsp olive oil
400g tin cannellini beans, drained
50g (2oz) grated cauliflower
1.2 litres (2 pints) vegetable stock
150g (5oz) kale or cavolo nero, shredded
25g (1oz) Parmesan, finely grated
3 tbsp green pesto

Method
1. In a large saucepan, cook the garlic, celery, carrot, parsnip, onion and leeks gently in the olive oil for 10 minutes. Keep the heat low and stir often, until soft, but not browned.
2. Stir in the drained cannellini beans and grated cauliflower, followed by the vegetable stock. Bring to the boil and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the beans begin to break down.
3. Crush some beans with the back of a spoon to further thicken the soup. Stir in the shredded cavolo nero or kale and simmer for a final 5 minutes, adding a little water if it becomes too thick. Stir in half the pesto and half the cheese, dividing the soup between bowls and serving the remaining pesto and cheese on top of each bowlful.

Freezing and defrosting guidelines
Make the soup, then leave to cool at room temperature. Freeze (without garnishes or toppings) in a rigid container, leaving a bit of space for expansion, for up to 1-3 months. Reheat either from frozen or defrost in the fridge overnight. Once piping hot, add toppings or garnishes and serve.

Adapted from an original recipe here

It certainly is a warming and tasty bowlful, full of vegetable goodness 😋

If you should be living somewhere where the temperatures are a little high you may prefer a salad suggestion! Have a look here

All the best Jan

28 comments:

Christine said...

Looks warming and delicious!

Tom said...

...this is soup season!

J.P. Alexander said...

Gracias por la receta. Te mando un beso.

Salty Pumpkin Studio said...

That soup looks warming and delicious.

Angie's Recipes said...

Looks really comforting and warming!

Elephant's Child said...

That looks and sounds good. Our temperature is well over 30C today so I am not tempted at the moment.

Margaret D said...

Reads good Jan.

Rustic Pumpkin said...

A big bowl of hearty, warming, delicious soup makes winter more bearable. I love soup!

Sussi said...

sounds and looks good!

Fun60 said...

Definitely the time for soup.

Sherry said...

This looks so good. I've never had a vegetable soup without tomatoes or being red. Lol I will need to try this. Thank you!

linda said...

It looks yummy I'll be making some tomorrow.

eileeninmd said...

Looks delicious, I love most soups.
Take care, have a great day!

Mike@Bit About Britain said...

Ooo - I like the look of that!

My name is Erika. said...

Now this looks so delicious! It's cold here right now, so soup is on my menu today too.

Divers and Sundry said...

I enjoy bean soups, and this one looks delicious!

Bill said...

The soup looks delicious, it's the perfect season for it.

Magaly Guerrero said...

That looks so appetizing right now!

Lorrie said...

What a delicious looking soup, perfect for chilly dark days!

DVArtist said...

Oh this looks so good. I don't have the ingredients today but when I send Mr.M. to the store I will have some of this on the list. Have a great day today.

HappyK said...

That looks good for this snowy cold day.

Jenn Jilks said...

We've been darned cold! It was -8 C. this morning. Soup sounds like a good thing.

Conniecrafter said...

I have heard parts of England has got some snow, they have had it up north and west of us but so far we haven't had any but it could happen at anytime.

Ana Mínguez Corella said...

Delicious soup!!! I like very much soups in winter... Regards

Jeanie said...

This looks hearty, amazing and delicious!

Snowbird said...

Oh my! That looks delicious, just perfect for this dismal weather.xxx

baili said...

Such a delicious recipe dear Jan !
Winter without soup is like colourless spring

Teresa said...

Se ve sabrosa y con el frío sienta muy bien. Besos.