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Rustic Farro and White Bean Soup: A Taste of Tuscany – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Rustic Farro and White Bean Soup: A Taste of Tuscany

Transport yourself to the rolling hills of Tuscany with this rustic Farro and White Bean Soup. A hearty, one-pot wonder where nutty farro mingles with creamy white beans, a savory vegetable base, and fragrant herbs for a deeply satisfying meal.
Prep Time 12 hours
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 13 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 serving
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml / 0.2 fl oz) sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon (10 ml / 0.3 fl oz) freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) (3-4 cloves) minced garlic
  • 1 cup (200g / 7.1 oz) farro (spelt or barley also work)
  • 1 cup (180g / 6.3 oz) dried white beans, soaked overnight
  • 2 cups (28 oz / 800g can) chopped tomatoes, undrained
  • 6 cups (1440 ml) (1.5 liters) vegetable stock or water
  • 1/4 cup (15g / 0.53 oz) fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (15g / 0.53 oz) fresh basil, chopped
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (use a vegan alternative if needed)
  • For the creamiest texture and quickest cooking time, don't skip soaking the dried beans overnight.
  • To add a deep, umami-rich flavor, rehydrate a handful of dried porcini mushrooms in 1 cup (240 ml) of hot water. Add the chopped mushrooms and their strained liquid to the soup along with the stock.
  • This soup tastes even better the next day! The flavors meld and deepen overnight, making it perfect for meal prep. Simply reheat gently on the stove.
  • Be generous with the finishing touches. A drizzle of high-quality, peppery olive oil and a mountain of freshly grated Parmesan cheese truly elevate this rustic soup.

Method
 

  1. Sauté the aromatics: Place a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  2. Once shimmering, add the sliced onion, chopped celery, and carrots.
  3. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-10 minutes until the vegetables have softened and become glossy.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
  5. Simmer the soup: Add the farro, soaked and drained beans, chopped tomatoes, and vegetable stock to the pot.
  6. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer steadily for at least 1 hour, or until the farro and beans are tender.
  8. Check on the soup occasionally, adding more stock or water if it becomes too thick.
  9. Finish and serve: Once the grains and beans are cooked, stir in the fresh parsley and basil.
  10. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  11. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately with a generous grating of Parmesan cheese and a final drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 18gFat: 15g

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