In order to bring you the best organic produce, some ingredients may differ from those depicted.

Escarole and white bean soup with thyme and pecorino

Gluten-Free Friendly, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, Vegetarian

2 Servings, 580 Calories/Serving

30 Minutes

A hearty spring soup that pairs nutrient-dense escarole with creamy cannellini beans, fresh thyme and sharp pecorino cheese for a warm, satisfying healthy dinner.

In your bag

1 bag serves 2 (2 bags serve 4)

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2 leeks
2 cloves garlic
4 sprigs thyme
15-ounce can cannellini beans
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 vegetable stock
5 ounces escarole
½ cup grated pecorino cheese

Nutrition per serving

Instructions

2-serving instructions (4-serving modifications in red)

Wash produce before use

Prep aromatics

Cut leeks in half lengthwise, trim off ends and slice into ½-inch half moons. Soak in a small bowl with cold water to remove any grit.
Peel garlic and thinly slice.
Pick leaves off thyme and coarsely chop.
Drain and rinse cannellini beans.

Simmer stew

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in saucepan on medium until shimmering. Drain leeks, taking care to leave any grit in bottom of bowl, then add to pan with a pinch of salt. Sauté until soft and translucent, 8 to 10 minutes. Add garlic, thyme and red pepper flakes (only if you like a little kick) and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add beans, vegetables stock and 2 cups water. Stir in a couple pinches of salt and pepper. Simmer and cook until beans soften and flavors infuse, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in escarole and cook until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.

Finish, plate

Take soup off heat. Stir in enough pecorino cheese to your liking and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into two bowls and garnish with 1 tablespoon oil.

Relevant tips and techniques

A step-by-step guide on how to wash leeks.
On peeling and mincing garlic without a fuss.

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