Spicy Borlotti Bean Soup – A Hearty, Warming Delight

As the cold weather sets in, there’s nothing more comforting than a steaming bowl of soup.

This Spicy Borlotti Bean Soup is a flavor-packed dish that brings warmth to your soul! 🌶️

🍲 Made with whole beans, a creamy bean puree, and their rich cooking water, it’s a true celebration of legumes.

Why Nonna Loves This Recipe

• Simple & Rustic: Uses basic ingredients but delivers a rich, satisfying flavor.
• Perfect for Cold Evenings: The heat from chili oil makes it extra warming.
• Nutritious & Filling: Packed with protein and fiber from the beans.
• Budget-Friendly: A hearty meal using pantry staples.
• Traditional with a Twist: A classic Italian dish, but with a spicy kick!

📌 Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

For the Soup:

• 1 cup dried borlotti (or red) beans (soaked overnight)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion (sliced into strips)
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 2 tablespoons homemade chili oil (or 1 teaspoon chili powder)
• 2 cups bean cooking water (reserved from boiling beans)
• Salt (optional, to taste)

For Serving:

• Crusty bread or croutons

⏱️ Cooking Time:

• Preparation Time: 12 hours (soaking beans)
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 12 hours 45 minutes

👩‍🍳 Method:

Step 1: Prepare the Beans

1️⃣ Soak the beans in water for at least 12 hours. Drain and rinse before cooking.
2️⃣ Cook the beans in a pressure cooker for about 30 minutes (or simmer in a regular pot for 60-75 minutes). Save the cooking water!

Step 2: Make the Bean Puree

3️⃣ Take 1 cup of the cooked beans and blend them with some reserved bean cooking water until smooth. This will give the soup a creamy consistency.

Step 3: Make the Base

4️⃣ Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a nonstick pan and sauté the sliced onion until soft.
5️⃣ Add tomato puree and a pinch of salt, then cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4: Assemble the Soup

6️⃣ Add the whole cooked beans, the bean puree, and the chili oil (or chili powder) to the pan.
7️⃣ Stir and let simmer for another 10-15 minutes, adding more bean cooking water as needed to reach your desired consistency.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!

8️⃣ Serve hot with crusty bread or croutons for dipping. Enjoy this soul-warming dish! 😍

📊 Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

💡 Tips & Tricks:

✔️ Make it Creamier: Blend more beans if you prefer a smoother texture.
✔️ Adjust the Heat: Reduce or increase chili oil to suit your spice preference.
✔️ Add More Flavor: A splash of lemon juice or a sprinkle of Parmesan adds depth.
✔️ Storage Tip: Refriger

SPICY BORLOTTI BEANS SOUP

This Spicy Borlotti Bean Soup is a flavor-packed dish that brings warmth to your soul!

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Prep Time 12 minutes mins

Cook Time 44 minutes mins

Total Time 56 minutes mins

Course Italian Soups

Cuisine Italian

Servings 4

Notes

Step 1: Prepare the Beans

1️⃣ Soak the beans in water for at least 12 hours. Drain and rinse before cooking.
2️⃣ Cook the beans in a pressure cooker for about 30 minutes (or simmer in a regular pot for 60-75 minutes). Save the cooking water!

Step 2: Make the Bean Puree

3️⃣ Take 1 cup of the cooked beans and blend them with some reserved bean cooking water until smooth. This will give the soup a creamy consistency.

Step 3: Make the Base

4️⃣ Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a nonstick pan and sauté the sliced onion until soft.
5️⃣ Add tomato puree and a pinch of salt, then cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4: Assemble the Soup

6️⃣ Add the whole cooked beans, the bean puree, and the chili oil (or chili powder) to the pan.
7️⃣ Stir and let simmer for another 10-15 minutes, adding more bean cooking water as needed to reach your desired consistency.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!

8️⃣ Serve hot with crusty bread or croutons for dipping. Enjoy this soul-warming dish! 😍

Keyword beans, beans soup, borlotti beans soup

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