Crockpot Tuscan White Bean Soup

Dinner That Cooks Itself

Some meals need your attention. This one just needs you to show up with a spoon. You load up the slow cooker in the morning, go live your life, and come back to a kitchen that smells like you’ve been cooking for hours.

It’s hearty without being heavy, thanks to the beans and greens. The tomatoes and lemon juice keep things bright, the herbs keep it interesting, and the Parmesan on top (optional, but not really) gives it the “I made this on purpose” finish.

It’s the kind of recipe that quietly earns a spot in the permanent rotation — easy enough for weekdays, cozy enough for weekends.

Why You’ll Love It

• Completely hands-off once it’s in the slow cooker.
• Full of pantry-friendly ingredients.
• Works for meal prep and freezes beautifully.

Crockpot Tuscan White Bean Soup

The low-effort soup that tastes like you stopped by an Italian farmhouse kitchen on the way home. Creamy white beans, tender vegetables, and a hint of rosemary — all simmered together while you do literally anything else.

Servings 6 servings

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Ingredients

• 2 15 oz cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
• 1 medium onion diced
• 2 medium carrots diced
• 2 celery ribs diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tsp dried rosemary or 1 tbsp fresh, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
• Juice of ½ lemon
• Grated Parmesan for serving (optional)

Instructions

• Add beans, broth, tomatoes, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
• Cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
• Stir in kale or spinach during the last 15 minutes of cooking, just until wilted.
• Add lemon juice and taste for seasoning.
• Serve hot, topped with Parmesan if desired.

Notes

• Why it works: The slow cooker turns pantry staples into a rich, cozy broth with zero effort.
• Shortcuts: Use pre-chopped mirepoix mix and jarred minced garlic.
• Toddler-friendly: Use spinach for a milder green and cut vegetables smaller.
• Apéro energy: Serve in mugs with a drizzle of olive oil and crusty bread on the side.