Description
This creamy bean soup with sausage is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. Loaded with savory sausage, tender beans, and a rich, creamy broth, this soup is sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
For the Soup:
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a spoon.
- Add Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and chopped celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Simmer the Soup: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the soup to a simmer. Add the white beans and let the soup cook for about 15-20 minutes.
- Finish with Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This soup can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- For a lighter version, you can use turkey or chicken sausage instead of Italian sausage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
