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Cozy Italian Sausage White Bean Soup

Cozy Italian Sausage White Bean Soup
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Craving something warm and comforting? Dive into our Italian Sausage White Bean Soup! It’s packed with flavor, easy to make, and perfect for any meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the cozy comfort you’ve been looking for.

Ingredients

  • Italian sausage (1 pound): Adds a robust flavor base.
  • Turkey Bacon (4 strips): Infuses the soup with a smoky depth.
  • Onion (1/2 medium, chopped): Offers a sweet undertone.
  • Garlic (3 cloves, minced): Elevates the dish with aromatic warmth.
  • White beans (cannellini, 4 [14 ounce] cans, drained): The creamy heart of the soup.
  • Chicken broth (4 cups): Forms the savory foundation.
  • Italian seasoning (1/4 teaspoon): Brings a harmonious blend of herbs.
  • Dried rosemary (1/4 teaspoon): Introduces a piney, peppery note.
  • Carrots (2 small, peeled & chopped small): Adds sweetness and texture.
  • Fresh baby spinach (2 cups, packed): Brings color and nutrition.
  • Salt & pepper to taste: For seasoning.

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, combine the sausage meat and turkey bacon. Cook over medium-high heat until crispy and the fat has rendered.
  2. Transfer the sausage and turkey bacon to a plate, leaving about 2 tablespoons of fat in the pot. Sauté the onion until softened, then stir in the garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the beans, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and rosemary. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup, leaving some beans whole for texture.
  5. Return the sausage and turkey bacon to the pot, add the chopped carrots, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the carrots are tender.
  6. Stir in the spinach, letting it wilt. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Customize Your Soup: Feel free to add kale or Swiss chard instead of spinach for a different twist.
  • Storing: This soup stores beautifully in the fridge for 3-4 days in an airtight container.
  • Freezing: Freeze for up to 3 months. For best results, add fresh spinach when reheating rather than before freezing.
  • Reheating: Thaw overnight in the fridge if frozen and reheat on the stove over low heat. Add a little broth if the soup has thickened too much upon cooling.

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