Tuscan White Bean Soup

Why Make This Recipe

Tuscan White Bean Soup is a warm and hearty dish. It is packed with flavors and is very filling.

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This soup is perfect for chilly days or when you want comfort food. It’s easy to make and uses simple ingredients that are good for you.

How To Make Tuscan White Bean Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mild Italian sausage
• 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1 ½ cups)
• 3 ribs celery, diced
• 2 large carrots, sliced into rounds
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 cups (32 ounces) chicken broth
• 2 cans (15.5 ounces each) Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups (60 g) fresh baby spinach
• ½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
• Parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions:

1. In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the sausage. Cook until it is browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon while stirring every few minutes (about 10-15 minutes).
2. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onions, celery, and carrots. Cook until the onions soften, about 3-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
3. Add the tomato paste, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, and black pepper. Stir until mixed well.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the beans. Bring everything to a simmer. Let it simmer for 6-7 minutes, or until the celery and carrots are soft.
5. Add the heavy cream and spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 5 minutes.
6. Serve warm, and sprinkle with parsley for garnish.

Prep Time And Nutrition Facts

This recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook, making a total of 30 minutes. It serves 4 people, and each serving has about 350 calories, with a good amount of protein and healthy fats.

How To Serve Tuscan White Bean Soup

Serve the soup hot in bowls. You can add some crusty bread on the side for dipping. A sprinkle of extra parsley on top makes it look nice.

How To Store Tuscan White Bean Soup

If you have leftovers, let the soup cool down. Then, put it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge. It will stay good for about 3-4 days. You can also freeze it for longer storage. Just make sure to thaw it in the fridge before reheating.

Tips To Make Tuscan White Bean Soup

• Feel free to adjust spices to your taste. If you like it spicier, add more crushed red pepper.
• You can use low-fat sausage or lean ground turkey for a lighter version.
• Adding more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini can increase the nutrition.

Health And Benefits Of This Recipe

Tuscan White Bean Soup is healthy and nutritious. The beans provide a lot of protein and fiber, which helps keep you full. The vegetables add vitamins and minerals essential for your health. The soup is balanced, with good fats from the cream and sausage, making it a satisfying meal.

Variation (If Any)

You can easily change the soup by using different vegetables or beans, such as kale instead of spinach or kidney beans instead of Great Northern beans. For a vegetarian option, skip the sausage and use vegetable broth.

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh beans instead of canned?
Yes, you can use dried beans, but you will need to soak and cook them before adding them to the soup.

2. Is there a way to make this soup vegan?
Absolutely! You can replace the sausage with mushrooms or tofu, use vegetable broth, and skip the cream or use a non-dairy alternative.

3. Can I make this soup in advance?
Yes! This soup tastes even better the next day. Make it ahead and store it in the fridge to enjoy later.