Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast
Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast. After making this soup dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to a perfectly creamy texture. The cozy aroma will fill your home and make your family beg for seconds. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Crockpot Dinner and Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Recipe for Easy Dessert.
Why This Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast Is Pure Comfort
- Perfect for a quick and comforting dinner
- Creamy texture without heavy cream
- Packed with protein and fiber
What You'll Need for Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Cannellini beans
- Onion
- Garlic
- Basil
- Oregano
- Bay leaf
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Grated Parmesan
- Optional: Fresh basil
- Optional: Crusty bread
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Canned diced tomatoes: Fire-roasted or regular, both work great.
- Cannellini beans: You can also use great northern or navy beans.
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Immersion Blender — Smooths the soup to your desired consistency. → See on Amazon
- Cast Iron Skillet — Perfect for toasting bread and adding a crispy texture. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast
- Step 1: Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add tomatoes, beans, and seasonings. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Step 3: Blend the soup until creamy. Serve with garlic toast and your favorite toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the beans. They can become mushy. Add them after the soup has simmered for 15 minutes.
- : For a smoother soup, blend it longer. For a chunkier soup, blend it less.
- : Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick.
Storing & Reheating Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: The soup can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
Freezing Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a pot on the stove over medium heat. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, skip the chicken broth and use vegetable broth instead.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the cannellini beans with great northern or navy beans.
- Make-ahead: The soup can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little water or chicken broth.
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Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Cannellini beans
- Onion
- Garlic
Seasonings
- Basil
- Oregano
- Bay leaf
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Grated Parmesan
- Fresh basil
- Crusty bread
Instructions
- Step 1: Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add tomatoes, beans, and seasonings. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Step 3: Blend the soup until creamy. Serve with garlic toast and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, skip the chicken broth and use vegetable broth instead.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the cannellini beans with great northern or navy beans.
- Make-ahead: The soup can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little water or chicken broth.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a pot on the stove over medium heat.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway.
- Make ahead: The soup can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sat. Fat: 1g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast FAQs
Yes, you can make this soup up to 2 days ahead. Store it in the fridge until ready to serve.
If the soup is too watery, simmer it for a few more minutes to reduce the liquid.
Yes, you can freeze this soup for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, you can make this soup in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Yes, this soup is gluten-free. Just make sure your chicken broth is gluten-free.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy & Cozy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
