Escarole and White Bean Soup

Name: Escarole and White Bean Soup
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin ); 1 medium onion (medium, diced); 3-4 cloves garlic (minced); 2-3 stalks celery (sliced); pinch red pepper flakes (optional); 3 cups vegetable stock; 4 cups cooked white beans with cooking liquid (or 2-15 ounce cans Italian Cannellini beans, drained not rinsed); 1 head escarole (rinsed and roughly chopped); salt and pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (minced); 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed, optional); 1-2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano or Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. (optional)

Instructions

Prep:1hCook:45min

Escarole and White Bean Soup often referred to as Italian greens and beans, is the ultimate comfort food recipe. Healthy, delicious and so easy to make.

Updated at: Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:21:49 GMT