A comforting and nutritious soup made with navy beans, vegetables, and herbs. This hearty dish is perfect for a cozy meal and packed with flavor.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
1h 30min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 3 garlic cloves
- 500 g navy beans
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1500 ml vegetable broth
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and soak the navy beans in water overnight.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the beans again before using.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Step 6
Add the soaked navy beans, vegetable broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
Step 7
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender.
Step 8
Remove the bay leaf before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 9
Serve warm and enjoy your hearty navy bean soup.