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Tuscan Parmesan Cream Soup Recipe

4.5 from 84 reviews

Tuscan Parmesan Cream Soup is a rich and comforting soup featuring creamy Parmesan cheese, nutritious cannellini beans, fresh spinach, and aromatic Italian seasonings. Perfect as a warming starter or light meal, this soup blends wholesome ingredients into a smooth, flavorful bowl of deliciousness.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned or cooked cannellini or navy beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for sautéing

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Add Beans and Broth: Add the cannellini or navy beans, vegetable broth, and Italian seasoning to the pot. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add Spinach: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it fully melts into the soup and creates a creamy texture.
  5. Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. Ladle hot soup into bowls and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, blend a portion of the soup with an immersion blender before adding the spinach.
  • Ensure the Parmesan cheese is finely grated to help it melt smoothly.
  • Use fresh spinach for best flavor; baby spinach is an excellent alternative.
  • Check all ingredients for allergens, especially if serving to those with dietary restrictions.
  • Soup pairs excellently with crusty bread or garlic toast for a full meal.

Keywords: Tuscan soup, Parmesan soup, creamy soup, cannellini beans, spinach soup, Italian soup, vegetarian soup, easy soup recipe