I need soup today. NEED it. This white bean soup with thyme is healthy and so comforting on a chilly day like today. As you wrap your hands around a warm cup of soup, the relaxation and comfort instantly set in. Ahhhhh, soup.
This recipe is for my friend Isabel who thinks she can’t make soup from scratch. Well, here you go! It’s quick, easy, kid friendly and healthy.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 large yellow onion- diced
2 cloves fresh garlic- chopped
2- 15 ounce cans white beans- drained and rinsed
6 sprigs fresh thyme- remove leaves from stem plus additional for garnish
1 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup vegan milk
1/2 teaspoon
salt
pepper
dash red pepper flakes – optional or add to individual servings
Method:
heat olive oil in large pot. add onion and garlic, cook over medium heat until onions are tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. add remaining ingredients and simmer for 5 minutes. use an immersion blender or allow to cool and blend in food processor or blender until desired consistency. salt and pepper to taste.
