Sausage and White Bean Soup
When the weather turns chilly, there's nothing quite like a steaming bowl of Sausage and White Bean Soup to warm you up. This hearty, rustic soup combines the rich flavors of Italian sausage with creamy white beans and fresh vegetables, creating a satisfying meal that's both nourishing and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage sweet or spicy, casings removed
- 2 cans 15 oz each cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 large onion diced
- 3 carrots sliced
- 3 celery stalks chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add onions, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.