Description
Tuscan White Bean Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings the rustic flavors of Italy to your kitchen. This easy-to-make soup features savory Italian sausage, creamy white beans, and an array of vibrant vegetables, all simmered together for a satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, it combines rich flavors with nourishing ingredients. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that your family and friends will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 ribs celery, diced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans Great Northern beans
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the Italian sausage while breaking it up with a wooden spoon (10-15 minutes).
- Lower the heat to medium and add onions, celery, and carrots; sauté until softened (3-5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, and black pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and beans; bring to a simmer and cook until vegetables are tender (6-7 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and spinach; cook until the spinach wilts (about 5 minutes).
- Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg