Description
Tuscan White Bean Soup is the ultimate comfort food that transports you straight to Italy with its rich flavors and hearty ingredients. This delightful one-pot dish combines creamy Great Northern beans, savory Italian sausage, and fresh spinach, creating a satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With its robust blend of spices, this nutritious soup not only warms your body but also pleases your palate. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and tastes even better as leftovers, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage
- 1 large yellow onion
- 3 ribs celery
- 2 large carrots
- 2 teaspoons garlic
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans Great Northern beans
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the Italian sausage for about 10–15 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium; add diced onion, celery, and sliced carrots. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, and black pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and Great Northern beans; bring to a simmer for 6–7 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and fresh spinach; cook until spinach wilts (about 5 minutes).
- Serve warm garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth. Customize with additional vegetables like zucchini or kale for extra nutrition.