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Italian Sausage and White Bean Soup

A heartwarming, comforting soup featuring Italian sausage and white beans, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Italian sausage Sweet, mild, or spicy based on preference.
  • 2 cans white beans Canned for convenience or soaked dried beans.
  • 2 pieces carrots Diced.
  • 2 stalks celery Diced.
  • 1 large onion Can substitute with shallots.
  • 1 large potato Yukon Gold preferred for creaminess.
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth Homemade is ideal but store-bought is fine.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Optional for added creaminess.
  • to taste salt Sea salt or regular.
  • to taste pepper
  • to taste Italian herbs Any mix available.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add diced vegetables (carrots, celery, onion) and cook until softened, another 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the white beans and diced potato and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a boil. Let it simmer until the potato is tender, approximately 20 minutes.
  5. If using, stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs to taste.
  7. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Don't worry about chopping veggies evenly; it all cooks down. Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.