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Escarole and Beans Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from the southern regions of Italy, Escarole and Beans Soup is a traditional peasant dish that highlights the simplicity and heartiness of Italian cuisine. It reflects the resourcefulness of using seasonal greens and legumes to create a nourishing meal. This soup is often enjoyed during the colder months and has seen modern variations with added proteins or spices, making it a beloved comfort food worldwide.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cespi di scarola liscia
1 spicchio d'aglio
2 barattoli di fagioli cannellini
fette di pane da tostare
sale
origano
olio
peperoncino

cannellini beans

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: navy beans

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: great northern beans

Navy beans are lower in calories and maintain a creamy texture.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Prepare the escarole by cleaning and chopping it into pieces.

2

In a pot, heat some oil and add the garlic, sautรฉing until fragrant.

3

Add the chopped escarole to the pot and cook until wilted.

4

If using dried beans, cook them separately according to package instructions; if using canned beans, rinse and add them to the pot.

5

Season the soup with salt, oregano, and chili pepper to taste.

6

Serve the soup hot with toasted bread on the side.

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉingsimmering

Equipment Needed

pottoaster

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Escarola e Fagioli
Local Name: Zuppa di scarola e fagioli

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