Fava Bean Soup

This soup is a hearty, healthy, and flavorful main meal choice in the winter months. Also, with two different kinds of beans, you get fiber and a dose of nutrients that your body needs in a yummy and warming way!

Fava Bean Soup

1 15 oz. can cannellini beans
1 19 oz. can fava beans
1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 small onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 potatoes, medium-sized, chopped
1 cup chicken stock
7 cups water
salt and black pepper

In a stockpot, saute onions and potatoes in olive oil over medium heat. After 3-4 minutes, add garlic, and continue to saute for another 2 minutes. Next, add chicken stock, water, salt, black pepper, thyme, and oregano. Raise heat to high. Allow to come to a boil, and simmer until potatoes are tender, or about 25 minutes. Then, add fava and cannellini beans. Lower heat to medium. Stir, and add crushed tomatoes. Allow to simmer for 15 more minutes, and serve by drizzling individual portions with extra-virgin olive oil.

Serves approximately 6.