Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Italian Sausage White Bean Soup, a delightful dish perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This hearty soup features a savory blend of Italian sausage, crispy bacon, fresh spinach, and creamy cannellini beans, making it both nutritious and satisfying. With its rich flavors and textures, this recipe is not only easy to whip up in under an hour but also a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether served on its own or alongside crusty bread, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 4 strips bacon
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 small carrots (peeled & chopped)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 4 cans (14 ounces each) cannellini beans (drained)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Italian seasoning
- dried rosemary
- salt & pepper
Instructions
- Cook the sausage and bacon in a large soup pot over medium-high heat until crispy (about 15 minutes). Set aside.
- Sauté onion in the remaining fat for 3-5 minutes; add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in the drained beans, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and rosemary; scrape the bottom of the pot.
- Remove from heat and blend with an immersion blender to desired consistency.
- Return meat to the pot with chopped carrots; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until carrots are tender.
- Stir in spinach until wilted; adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg