Description
A hearty and flavorful sausage soup that is perfect for a cozy dinner. This soup is packed with Italian sausage, vegetables, beans, and greens, simmered in a savory broth. Topped with Parmesan cheese, it’s a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans or cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups chopped fresh spinach or kale
- Optional grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, cook the sausage until browned, breaking it into crumbles.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in tomatoes, broth, water, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper; simmer.
- Finish Soup: Add beans and greens; simmer until heated through.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning and serve hot with Parmesan.
Notes
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich.
- For a creamier version, add a splash of heavy cream.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
