Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBRAVO! Italian Restaurant & BarWhite Bean & Saffron & Prosciutto Recipe

White Bean & Saffron & Prosciutto Recipe

Time35m
Serves4

Soup

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Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Saffron

    Stir in the minced garlic and saffron threads. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Combine Broth and Beans

    Add the canned white beans (drained and rinsed) and chicken broth to the pot. Stir in the thyme, black pepper, and salt to taste.

  4. 4

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add Prosciutto

    Add the diced prosciutto and cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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