Pin A hearty flavorful soup featuring savory sausage creamy white beans and tender vegetables—ready in just 15 minutes for a satisfying meal.
I first made this soup on a cold evening when I needed something quick and delicious. It's become a favorite for its bold flavor and simple prep.
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), cannellini or navy, drained and rinsed
- Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth: 4 cups (1 liter)
- 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
- Heat oil:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Brown sausage:
- Add sausage slices and sauté for 2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Soften vegetables:
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften.
- Add aromatics:
- Stir in garlic, thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add beans and broth:
- Add white beans and broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Wilt spinach:
- Stir in baby spinach until wilted, if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Serve hot, with crusty bread if desired.
Pin My kids love dipping crusty bread into this soup and everyone asks for seconds when it's on our dinner table.
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 if using non-gluten-free sausage or broth. Always check sausage and broth labels for gluten and allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 350 Total Fat 14 g Carbohydrates 35 g Protein 20 g per serving
Pin This soup is perfect for chilly evenings and comes together so quickly you'll want to make it again and again.
Recipe Questions
- → Can I use plant-based sausage instead?
Yes, plant-based sausage works well and keeps the dish vegetarian. Use vegetable broth to maintain flavor.
- → What can substitute baby spinach?
Kale or Swiss chard are great alternatives that add a similar texture and nutrients.
- → How long does it take to cook this soup?
The entire process takes about 15 minutes, with quick sautéing and simmering steps.
- → Is this soup gluten-free?
Yes, if you use gluten-free sausage and broth, the soup remains gluten-free.
- → Can I add lemon juice to the soup?
A small squeeze of lemon juice before serving adds brightness and balances the rich flavors.