Description
Tuscan White Bean Soup is the quintessential comfort food that brings together rich Italian flavors in a creamy, satisfying bowl. This hearty soup features a delightful combination of mild Italian sausage, nutrient-packed vegetables, and tender white beans, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Perfectly seasoned and easy to prepare in just one pot, this recipe is versatile enough to serve as a main dish or a warming appetizer. Whether paired with crusty bread or topped with fresh herbs and cheese, Tuscan White Bean Soup is sure to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 ribs celery, diced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the sausage for 10–15 minutes until fully cooked.
- Reduce heat to medium, then add onions, celery, and carrots; sauté for about 3–5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in tomato paste and seasonings (Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, black pepper).
- Add chicken broth and beans; bring to a simmer for around 6–7 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and spinach until the spinach wilts (approximately 5 minutes).
- Serve warm with parsley garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg