Description
Enjoy a rich, flavorful Creamy Bean Soup with Sausage, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Smoked Sausage
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 cans White Beans
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- to taste Black Pepper
- to taste Salt
- 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley
Instructions
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced smoked sausage and cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, toss in the chopped onion, cooking for about 4-5 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
- Add the drained white beans and chicken broth to the pot. Stir and bring to a gentle boil for about 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat to a simmer and let the soup cook for 15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Gently mash some of the beans against the side of the pot to create creaminess without a blender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and return the cooked sausage to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Season with dried thyme, black pepper, and salt to taste. Let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Ladle the creamy bean soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- Substitute turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter option.
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- Coconut milk can be a dairy-free alternative.
- Fresh thyme is a great substitute for dried thyme.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Creamy Bean Soup, Sausage Soup, Comfort Food, Easy Soup Recipe