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Creamy Bean Soup with Kielbasa Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This creamy bean soup with kielbasa is a hearty and comforting meal perfect for any day. Combining savory kielbasa sausage with white and kidney beans, onion, and garlic in a rich, creamy broth flavored with thyme and smoked paprika, this soup is both filling and flavorful. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy stovetop dish that makes a satisfying lunch or dinner, garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.

Ingredients

Sausage and Soup

  • 1 lb kielbasa sausage, sliced
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Kielbasa: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the kielbasa slices and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the kielbasa from the pot and set aside to prevent overcooking and maintain their texture.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent, releasing its sweet aroma.
  3. Simmer Beans and Seasonings: Add the chicken broth, white beans, kidney beans, dried thyme, and smoked paprika into the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes to meld the flavors together.
  4. Add Cream and Heat Through: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Continue to cook for 5-7 minutes until the soup is heated through and develops a rich, creamy texture.
  5. Combine Kielbasa and Season: Return the browned kielbasa slices to the soup, stirring well to combine all ingredients. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added color and freshness if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute kielbasa with any smoked sausage or chorizo for a different flavor profile.
  • For a thinner soup, reduce the amount of heavy cream or add more chicken broth.
  • To make it vegetarian, omit kielbasa and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Adjust seasoning towards the end to balance salt and pepper according to your taste as the broth and sausage add saltiness.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/creamy-bean-soup-with-kielbasa-recipe/