Description
Tuscan White Bean Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that embodies the essence of Italian home cooking. This delightful recipe features creamy Great Northern beans, flavorful Italian sausage, and fresh spinach simmered in a savory broth. Perfect for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings, this soup is not only delicious but also easy to prepare in just one pot. Its rich flavors meld beautifully over time, making leftovers even better the next day. Enjoy this nourishing meal with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a wholesome dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage
- 2 cans (15.5 ounces each) Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 ribs celery, diced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the sausage until cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks (about 10-15 minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium and add the onions, celery, and carrots; sauté until softened (about 3-5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in tomato paste and seasonings; stir well to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth and add the beans; bring to a simmer and cook for about 6-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add heavy cream and spinach; cook until spinach wilts (about 5 minutes).
- Serve warm garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg