WHITE BEAN SOUP (FASSOULATHA)

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A simple, rich stew of white beans. Serve with Mediterranean Tuna Panini.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dried white beans, soaked overnight
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 large onions, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 large carrots, finely chopped
1 quart water
2 large ripe tomatoes, peeled and mashed, or 1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Drain beans and cook them, covered, in a large pot of boiling water until tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, celery and carrots for 3 to 5 minutes. Add water, the cooked beans, tomatoes, oregano, salt, cayenne and pepper. Simmer vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings.

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