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Italian Sausage White Bean Soup

This warm and filling Italian Sausage White Bean Soup is perfect for weeknight meals, packed with protein and greens, and is easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 can white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 drizzle Olive oil

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Add the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, white beans, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. Add the chopped kale or spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving.

Notes

For serving, drizzle with olive oil or sprinkle with grated Parmesan. Enjoy with crusty bread or a green salad. For storage, cool the soup to room temperature, store in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.