Creamy Broccoli White Bean Soup
Creamy Broccoli White Bean Soup. Let’s be honest, the first Monday of the new year is definitely the hardest. Going back to post holiday, just plain everyday work life is well not the most exciting. But it is the new year and we’ve got this colorful, fun, and comforting soup to brighten up a not so fun day. And I guess some of you have been waiting for it, our first “healthy” post of the new year! It’s simple, but it’s GOOD. Topped with extra broccoli, pine nuts, and a generous amount of Parmesan. Now I think all we need is a hefty glass of wine to pair with it after making it through the first day back to reality ;) !!
Making things as comfy and cozy as it can get for the first Monday of January, but keeping it healthy as well. This Broccoli White Bean Soup is filled with simple ingredients, but they come together perfectly for a healthy and easy weeknight dinner. Especially a Monday night dinner.
Soups are the best way to kick off the long, cold month of January. While the days are starting to get longer, it’s still dark by at least 5 p.m in the north east. And well it’s definitely still cold. So, creamy cozy soup dishes are the perfect way to start the week. Plus, truth be told, we haven’t exactly shared too many “super healthy” recipes. Especially since we’re coming off the holidays filled with decadent dishes.
So, here you have it! A fresh and colorful, but super cozy and delicious dish to warm up a dreary and moody Monday post-holiday season!
Ingredients
2 pounds broccoli florets
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large shallot; chopped
1 garlic clove; chopped
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
4 cups vegerable stock
salt and white pepper to taste
1/4 cup half and half or heavy cream
2 tablespoons pine nuts
shaved parmesan for serving
Directions
Cook the broccoli in boiling, salted water for 3 minutes until bright green. Drain and set aside.
Heat oil in a stock pot, when oil shimmers add shallot and garlic. Sauté until translucent. Add the beans and stock, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the broccoli and simmer for another 10 minutes. Remove from heat and puree with an emersion blender.
Add salt and white pepper to taste. Add the half and half or cream. Serve topped with pine nuts and parmesan cheese.
