Cannellini Spinach Soup
This can be made before you know it - so easy and perfect for a warm & cozy night in.
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cup vegetable broth
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
5 oz baby spinach
2 cans (2 cups) cannellini beans (rinsed well)
8 oz mascarpone cheese
1/2 lemon, juice & zest
Fresh thyme
Salt & pepper
DIRECTIONS
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add onion and garlic. Cook for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add one cup of the broth, and bring to a simmer.
Add cannellini beans and mascarpone and bring back to a simmer.
Add the rest of the broth. Cook and stir for a couple of minutes, then add lemon juice and thyme.
Add spinach and incorporate slowly until bright green and wilted. Season with salt, pepper and more thyme if needed. Top it with some grated lemon zest before serving.