And if — or rather when — you make this Cabbage, Fennel and White Bean Soup, don’t forget to factor in the sour cream added at serving time when you’re seasoning to taste.

Cook the veggies. Add the veggies to the pot and cook until soft. Make the Soup: Return the ribs to the pot and add the chicken broth, drained beans, and seasonings. Increase the heat to medium-high ...

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Adjust the seasoning to taste. Set aside. To make the soup, heat the oil in a large saucepan ... stirring. Tip the beans into the pan, add the vegetable stock and bring to a simmer.

Add the broad beans, except for the reserved chopped ... Taste and adjust the seasoning. To serve, pour the soup into bowls and top with a sprig of mint and a light dusting of paprika or cayenne ...

Add the beans ... for seasoning and add more salt and pepper, if you like. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with olive oil. For a filling weeknight meal, this hearty vegetarian winter squash soup ...