Silky Cannellini Bean Soup
Silky Cannellini Bean Soup marries tender white beans with aromatic fennel and savory Italian sausage for a rich, creamy bowl that feels both comforting and refined. A portion of the beans is pureed to create body, while thyme and a hint of truffle salt deepen the flavor, finished with a glossy drizzle of olive oil. Ideal for a cozy dinner or a satisfying lunch on a cool day.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot e) and choose the Saute function. When hot, add the butter, then the sausage and fennel. Stir and break up the sausage. Cook, stirring, until the sausage is browned, about 5 minutes. Slowly pour in 1 cup chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add 2 cans of drained cannellini beans. Cancel Saute mode.
- 2
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 3
Meanwhile, combine the remaining 2 cups chicken broth and 2 cans of beans in a blender; blend on high until smooth.
- 4
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Use the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions to release the remaining pressure, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Add the pureed beans, thyme, and truffle salt to the soup; mix to combine.
- 5
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Calories 480.93 kcal High
- Protein 31.68 g Good Source
- Carbs 53.04 g Moderate
- Total Fat 15.9 g High
- Saturated Fat 5.68 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 46.14 mg Moderate
- Sodium 1616.21 mg High
- Fiber 21.14 g Good Source
- Sugar 3.26 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 252.66 mg Moderate
- Iron 8.22 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1265.25 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 16.17 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.17 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Silky Cannellini Bean Soup is an Italian dinner recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 5, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Butter, Cannellini Beans, Chicken Broth, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 480.93 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Silky Cannellini Bean Soup?
- It is an Italian soup recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Silky Cannellini Bean Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Cannellini Beans, Chicken Broth, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fennel Seed. The full list of 8 is above.
- What goes well with Silky Cannellini Bean Soup?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Silky Cannellini Bean Soup?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 480.93 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Silky Cannellini Bean Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 8 ingredients and 5 steps.
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