Spinach and Leek White Bean Soup

Submitted by CaliforniaJan

"White bean soup with spinach and leeks is a delicious and filling soup that is perfect for vegetarians if you use vegetable broth, and quick to make. From All Recipes."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 4 leeks, bulb only, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 (16 ounce) cans fat-free chicken broth
• 2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 cups packed fresh spinach
• salt and pepper

directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or soup pot over medium heat. Add the leeks and garlic; saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chicken broth, cannellini beans, bay leaves and cumin. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, and stir in the couscous. Cover, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in spinach and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
2. This makes a thick soup. Add additional broth if you prefer a thinner consistency.