Description
This hearty Tuscan White Bean Soup combines savory Italian sausage, tender vegetables, and creamy broth to create a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion. Ready in under an hour, it’s a perfect option for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Meat
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage
Vegetables
- 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 3 ribs celery, diced
- 2 large carrots, sliced into rounds
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
Pantry Items
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Liquids & Canned Goods
- 4 cups (32 ounces) chicken broth
- 2 cans (15.5 ounces each) Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
Greens & Dairy
- 2 cups (60 g) fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
Garnish
- Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: To a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the sausage. Cook until browned and crumbly, about 10-15 minutes, using a wooden spoon to break up the meat.
- Prepare vegetables: Reduce the heat to medium. Add diced onion, celery, and sliced carrots. Cook until onions are translucent and softened, approximately 3-5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add seasonings: Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, and ground black pepper until well combined.
- Add liquids and beans: Pour in chicken broth and add drained beans. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat and continue simmering for 6-7 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Finish with cream and greens: Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach. Cook until spinach wilts, about 5 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- For a creamier soup, increase the heavy cream to ¾ cup.
- You can add other vegetables like zucchini or kale for variation.
- Best served with crusty bread on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350 ml)
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
