Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Italian Sausage White Bean Soup, a perfect dish for chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines savory Italian sausage, crispy bacon, and tender cannellini beans, creating a comforting blend that warms the soul. Fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrition, while aromatic herbs elevate the flavor profile to new heights. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this easy-to-make soup is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that satisfies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 4 strips bacon
- 4 cans (14 ounces each) cannellini beans (drained)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 small carrots (peeled and chopped)
- Italian seasoning
- dried rosemary
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, cook the Italian sausage and bacon over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions until softened; add garlic and cook briefly.
- Stir in drained beans, chicken broth, and seasonings; scrape any brown bits from the bottom.
- Blend soup to desired texture with an immersion blender.
- Add back the meats and chopped carrots; bring to a boil then simmer until carrots are tender.
- Stir in spinach until wilted; adjust seasonings before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg