Description
Creamy Sausage Bean Soup is a rich, hearty dish combining savory sausage, tender cannellini beans, and a luscious creamy broth. This comforting soup is perfect for cozy nights or anytime you crave a satisfying meal that warms the soul. Simple ingredients come together quickly to deliver big flavor in under an hour, making it ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Aromatics
- 1 lb Italian or smoked sausage, casing removed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Beans and Broth
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups chicken broth
Cream and Herbs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1–2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Brown for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and fully cooked, forming a savory base for the soup.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent and soft, releasing sweet and savory aromas that deepen the soup’s flavor.
- Add Beans and Broth: Stir in the drained cannellini beans, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Let it cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Blend Part of the Soup: Remove about one cup of the soup and blend until smooth using a blender or immersion blender. Return the blended soup to the pot to naturally thicken the broth and add creaminess.
- Stir in the Cream and Herbs: Lower the heat and slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently. Add fresh thyme or rosemary, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Let the soup cook for an additional 5 minutes to combine flavors perfectly.
Notes
- Use fresh, flavorful sausage for the best taste, no extra seasoning needed.
- Blending part of the soup is key to achieving a creamy texture without thickeners.
- Simmer gently after adding cream to prevent curdling and maintain smoothness.
- Taste before serving and adjust salt and pepper as needed, as sausage and broth salt levels vary.
- Add fresh herbs at the end to preserve their bright flavors and aroma.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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