Comfort in a Bowl: Creamy White Bean Soup with Sausage
Learn how to make delicious Creamy White Bean Soup with Sausage. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) of white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Feel free to make this recipe your own. If you prefer a spicier kick, try using hot Italian sausage or adding a pinch of red pepper flakes. For a lighter version, swap the heavy cream with coconut milk or a splash of half-and-half.
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes. Then, stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the white beans to the pot, along with the chicken broth, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Stir the mixture well and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let the soup simmer for another 10-15 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer a smoother soup, use a hand blender to blend part of the soup until creamy, leaving some beans whole for texture.
- Once done, ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
