Ingredients
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Before we dive into the cooking process, let’s gather the ingredients. You’ll find that they are quite accessible, making this recipe easy to whip up any night of the week. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice!)
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup kale or spinach, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in a pot with olive oil for 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté onion and garlic until onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add white beans, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, kale or spinach, oregano, and thyme. Simmer.
- Season with salt and pepper, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use mild or spicy sausage based on your preference.
- Feel free to substitute spinach for kale or vice versa.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg