White Navy Beans and chicken broth form the base of this soup made with fresh kale, celery, carrots and tomatoes. Simmer this Navy Bean and Kale Soup on the stove and warm up the kitchen as well as your family for dinner time.
According to lore…The navy bean got its current popular name because it was a staple food of the United States Navy in the early 20th century. These small white beans are available year-round in prepackaged containers as well as bulk bins. Canned navy beans are also available year round at most markets.
Navy beans are small, pea-sized beans that are creamy white in color. They are mild-flavored beans that are dense and smooth.
NAVY BEAN + KALE SOUP
INGREDIENTS
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red onion, peeled finely diced
- 1 sweet white onion, peeled finely diced
- 2 carrots, finely diced
- 3 sticks celery, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 – 28 ounce can peeled San Marazano tomatoes
- 3 cups navy beans, soaked or drained
- 3 sprigs thyme
- 1 quart {4 cups} chicken stock
- 4 cups water
- 1 pound small white potatoes, diced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1 bunch kale, roughly cut into 1/2 inch wide ribbons
- extra virgin olive oil, to serve
- parmesan cheese, to serve
- sourdough bread, to serve
METHOD
In a large saucepan, heat oil over a medium low heat and add onion, carrot, celery, chopped garlic and fennel seeds. Cover and cook stirring occasionally for approx 25 mins or until vegetables are very soft and sweet but not browned. Add tomatoes and bring to a simmer, stir to break up tomatoes.
Add stock and water, bring to a simmer. Stir in thyme, drained beans, potatoes, kale and season well. Simmer, stirring periodically, for at least half an hour. Remove thyme sprigs.
Divide between warmed soup bowls and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese.
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Mmmmm I love throwing greens in my soup, and umm hellooooo beans always make it better 🙂
Bobbi ~ they add such great texture and nutrients!
Yum… wow I know what I will be eating this week. This looks amazing.
let me know what you think Holly ~ I know you will love it!
This looks so amazingly delicious!! Foggy day + A Comfy Sweater + This Recipe = Perfection.
Thank you Angelica!
A lovely looking hearty soup, Krayl! Kale and beans go so well together!
They are a match made in heaven!
Love kale! This soup looks delicious
Big and hearty and could easily be vegetarian with veggie broth. Love this soup!!
Absolutely Tara! Go Green!!
Oh my … I’m not sure whether you could pack any more flavor into this dish! Sounds perfect for a winter meal!
Kimberly – you can add a different flavor by using various stock bases! Easy Peasy!
The dish I made for the bean event used swiss chard, but kale could work just as well. This looks great for supper.
This is my kind of soup!!! YUM!
You will love it!
What a great winter soup! I can see how hearty it is 😀
Add a side of bread and it is a hearty dinner!
I love knowing the history behind foods and their names. I had no idea this was the etymology of navy beans. Your soup looks wonderful!
This looks amazing! I love the use of kale in the comforting soup!
Thank you Valerie! it is Delish!!
Fennel plus San Marzano= had me at the start!
You and I should be foodie BFF’s Sue!
This sounds like it would comfort me on a cold day! Great recipe!
What an inviting soup! Putting this on my list to make soon!
Let me know what you think Diana!
I’m watching the snow fall and wishing I had a bowl of this soup right now. Okay, maybe not right this second becuase it’s not even 10am, but a bowl of this for lunch would be great!
Start it now! It’s perfect for lunch and dinner!
Perfect comfort food on this snowy day! I wish I had a delicious bowl for my lunch—and I’d happily eat it again for dinner!
A wonderful soup Krayl! It’s looks so comforting and hearty.
Renee – I made a double batch this week for our ski trip! Delish!