Description
This Sausage White Bean Soup is a hearty and comforting meal packed with savory Italian sausage, tender white beans, and aromatic vegetables simmered in a rich, flavorful broth.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
2. Once fully cooked, transfer the sausage to a plate and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
4. Return the cooked sausage to the pot.
5. Add the white beans, chicken broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
6. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
7. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer over low heat for 20–25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
9. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes.
Notes
For a thicker soup, mash some of the white beans before adding them to the pot.
Fresh herbs can be used instead of dried for a brighter flavor.
Chicken or turkey sausage can be substituted for a leaner version.
To make the soup vegetarian, use plant-based sausage and vegetable broth.