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Creamy White Bean Soup with Italian Sausage

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A comforting and hearty soup combining savory Italian sausage with creamy white beans, perfect for cozy nights and quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces Italian sausage, casings removed (spicy or mild)
  • 3 cups cooked white beans or 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth (preferably low sodium)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Parmesan cheese, freshly grated for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary but keep some for flavor.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Stir in the white beans and pour in 4 cups chicken broth. Add rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes to marry flavors.
  4. Use an immersion blender to puree roughly half the soup in the pot for a creamy texture. Alternatively, carefully transfer half the soup to a blender, pulse until smooth, and return to the pot.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Warm through for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Optionally, add chopped fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Do not rush browning the sausage to develop flavor. Use fresh herbs if possible for brighter taste. An immersion blender is recommended for creamy texture but a regular blender works too. Season gradually to avoid over-salting. If soup thickens too much after cooling, add hot water or broth when reheating.

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