Quick White Bean Broccoli And Tomato Chowder Recipes

CREAMY HOMEMADE WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH BROCCOLI

Steps:

• To begin making this white bean soup, preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
• Cut the florets off of the broccoli stalks and place on a baking sheet along with 4 cloves of peeled garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, toss to make sure everything is coated, and roast for 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, peel the broccoli stems. Cut the stems into small pieces. Peel and mince the shallots. Place the chopped broccoli stalks and shallots into a large saucepan, along with one tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently for about three minutes or until the vegetables are softened.
• Add the chicken stock and beans, cover and bring to a boil. Turn down the heat to low, cover, and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
• Add the roasted broccoli and garlic to the soup. Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture to your desired consistency. (I like to leave small chunks of broccoli and beans.)
• Add cream and taste. Add a pinch of salt and ground black pepper if necessary. Serve immediately.

WHITE BEAN CHOWDER

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat and saute the onion and garlic until onion is softened.
• Add one can of beans and mash roughly.
• Stir in remaining can of beans, green chilies, corn, carrots, celery, and broth.
• Bring soup to a simmer and stir in the cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
• Combine milk and cornstarch, stirring well.
• Stir the milk mixture into the soup, bringing it gradually to a boil.
• Reduce heat and allow soup to simmer until veggies are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir frequently.
• Stir in 3/4 c of the cheese, reserving the remainder for use as garnish, and remove from heat.
• Serve garnished with cheese and cilantro.
• Note: I usually serve with some hot sauce on the table for those who like to add some heat.

HEALTHY BROCCOLI, WHITE BEAN & CHEDDAR SOUP

Steps:

• Bring broth and water to a boil in a medium sized sauce pan over high heat.
• Add broccoli, and cook until tender (about 8 minutes).
• Stir in beans, and continue to cook until warmed through (about 1 minute).
• Add half of the mixture to a blender (or food processor) along with half of the cheese and puree.
• Repeat with the other half of the mixture and cheese.
• Serve warm & enjoy!