Can I use canned white beans instead of making them from scratch?

Yes, the recipe provides instructions for using 1-1.45 oz. canned white beans, which should be rinsed and drained before adding to the soup.

What type of kale is recommended for this soup?

The recipe specifically calls for 4 cups of loosely packed Dinosaur Kale Leaves, though you can choose to remove the stems or not before slicing.

How long does it take to prepare the homemade white beans?

If cooking on the stovetop, the homemade white beans will simmer until tender for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or they can be cooked in a crockpot on high or low.

What is the best way to store leftover White Bean and Kale Soup?

Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. This soup also freezes well for longer storage.

Is it necessary to press the garlic for this recipe?

The recipe suggests pressing the garlic cloves, but if you don't have a garlic press, you can simply mince the garlic and add it to the pot with the onions.

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White Bean and Kale Soup
[Vegan]

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A steaming bowl of hearty vegan White Bean and Kale Soup, rich with tender white beans and vibrant green dinosaur kale, served in a rustic bowl.

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Ingredients You Need for White Bean and Kale Soup [Vegan]

For the White Bean and Kale Soup

1 1/4 cup Homemade White Beans, get the recipe here OR 1-1.45 oz. Can
4 cup Dinosaur Kale Leaves, loosely packed
1 32 oz. Container or 4C Vegetable Broth
1 tbsp. Olive Oil
1 Small Onion, chopped
1 - 2 Celery Stalks, chopped
2 Garlic Cloves, peel & press
1 Vegetable Bouillon Cube, like Rapunzel Brand
1 Bay Leaf
Himalayan Salt, to taste
Fresh Black Pepper, to taste

For the Easy Homemade White Beans

Organic Vegetable Broth, 32 ounce container
1 cup dried organic Cannellini or White Kidney Beans
1 Bay Leaf

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How to Prepare White Bean and Kale Soup [Vegan]

For the White Bean and Kale Soup

In a soup pot, gently warm the oil, over medium heat.
Add chopped onions and pressed garlic. If you don’t have a garlic press, mince the garlic and add. Cook until onions are translucent.
Add broth, bouillon cube, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer. Let soup simmer while you wash and slice the kale leaves. You can remove the stems before slicing the leaves or not. Set aside.
If using canned beans, rinse and drain. Add beans to pot and gently warm them.
Add chopped kale leaves and stir to incorporate. Let soup simmer for just a few more minutes, taking care not to overcook the kale leaves but cooking just until tender.
Remove soup from heat, add salt and pepper to taste, and serve.

For the Easy Homemade White Beans

Wash beans, discard any bad ones. Add all ingredients to a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Or put all ingredients in a crockpot and cook on high until beans are tender. If you are leaving for the day put the crockpot on warm, half a day put the crockpot on low.