Description
This Creamy Bean Soup with Sausage is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy night in. Loaded with creamy beans, savory sausage, and aromatic herbs, this comforting soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
- 1 lb sausage, casings removed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a spoon.
- Add Aromatics: Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Simmer the Soup: Stir in the white beans, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and let the flavors meld for about 20 minutes.
- Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, partially blend the soup to thicken it while still leaving some whole beans for texture.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with parsley and Parmesan. Serve with crusty bread on the side.
Notes
- This soup can be easily customized with your favorite herbs and spices.
- For a vegetarian version, simply omit the sausage and use vegetable broth instead.
