Save A hearty, flavorful soup featuring savory sausage, creamy white beans, and tender vegetables ready in just 15 minutes for a satisfying meal.
This soup became our go-to quick meal on busy weeknights after we tried it with leftover smoked sausage and pantry beans. It amazed everyone how delicious something so simple could be.
Ingredients
- Cooked smoked sausage: 300 g (10 oz), sliced
- Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Carrots: 2 medium, diced
- Celery: 2 stalks, diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Baby spinach: 2 cups (optional)
- White beans: 2 cans (400 g/14 oz each), drained and rinsed
- Low-sodium broth: 4 cups (1 liter) chicken or vegetable
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Dried thyme: 1 tsp
- Dried oregano: 1/2 tsp
- Crushed red pepper flakes: 1/4 tsp (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prep and sauté:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and sauté for 2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add vegetables:
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften.
- Season and add aromatics:
- Stir in garlic, thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Simmer soup:
- Add white beans and broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Finish and serve:
- Stir in baby spinach until wilted, if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with bread if desired.
Save This recipe became a staple at our family table, especially when chilly evenings called for something warm and filling everyone could enjoy together.
Required Tools
Large soup pot, cutting board, chefs knife, wooden spoon or spatula, ladle.
Allergen Information
Contains pork if using pork sausage. May contain gluten depending on chosen sausage and broth. Always check labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 350, Total Fat: 14 g, Carbohydrates: 35 g, Protein: 20 g.
Save This soup is perfect for busy days and tastes even better reheated. Enjoy every comforting spoonful with loved ones.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use a different type of sausage?
Yes, smoked or fresh sausages work well. For dietary restrictions, plant-based sausages are a great alternative.
- → How can I make the soup spicier?
Increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to taste.
- → Is there a substitute for baby spinach?
Kale or Swiss chard can be used instead, providing similar texture and added nutrition.
- → What broth options work best?
Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth enhances the flavors while keeping the soup light.
- → Can this be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, it tastes even better after resting, and leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.