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Great Northern Bean Soup with Carrots Recipe

Great Northern Bean Soup with Carrots Recipe
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This hearty and nutritious Great Northern Bean Soup with Carrots is a satisfying vegan dish perfect for a cozy meal. Packed with beans, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this soup is easy to make and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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For the Soup:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf

For Garnish:

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Sauté Onion: Add the onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the garlic, carrots, and celery, and cook for another 4–5 minutes.
  4. Add Broth and Beans: Add the vegetable broth, beans, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and bay leaf.
  5. Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes.
  6. Adjust Texture: For a creamier texture, mash some of the beans directly in the pot.
  7. Finish and Serve: Remove the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with lemon juice or parsley if desired.

Notes

  • This soup stores well and tastes better the next day.
  • You can use dried beans—just soak and cook them beforehand.
  • Add spinach or kale in the last 5 minutes of cooking for extra nutrition.

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