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Tuscan Chard and Cannellini Bean Soup

By Callinectes Sapidus • Bean and Pea Soups • Cuisine?
4.74 Prep: 25m Cook: 30m
Ingredients:
  • 2 slices smoked bacon, finely chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 6 cups chicken broth, or more as needed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed - or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 ounces Parmesan cheese rind
  • 1 bunch red or white Swiss chard
  • ¼ cup uncooked small pasta, such as orzo or pastina
  • 5 large fresh sage leaves, minced
  • 5 leaves fresh basil, coarsely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
Created: Sep 23, 2025 Updated: Sep 23, 2025