Winter White Bean and Italian Sausage Soup
A warm and hearty soup that pairs savory Italian sausage with white beans and greens, perfect for cold days.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then add the white beans and diced tomatoes.
- Season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, cooking for 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in the kale or spinach and cook until wilted.
- Serve hot.
Notes
For added flavor, include a bay leaf while simmering and remove it before serving. You can also add red pepper flakes for heat or switch greens according to availability. For a vegetarian version, use plant-based sausage and vegetable broth.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g
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