Save A hearty, flavorful soup featuring savory sausage, creamy white beans, and tender vegetables—ready in just 15 minutes for a satisfying meal.
When our family needs dinner in a hurry, this simple sausage and white bean soup always comes to the rescue. The smoky sausage adds depth, while the beans and vegetables make it hearty enough for any night.
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 (optional): 2 cups
- White beans: 2 cans (400 g/14 oz each), drained and rinsed
- Chicken or vegetable broth: 4 cups (1 liter), low-sodium
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Dried thyme: 1 tsp
- Dried oregano: 1/2 tsp
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional): 1/4 tsp
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Sauté sausage:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and cook for 2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add vegetables:
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Season:
- Stir in garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, and crushed 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.
- Finish and serve:
- Stir in baby spinach until wilted, if using. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve hot, with crusty bread if desired.
Save My kids love helping chop the veggies for this soup, and it is always a hit at our chilly weekend gatherings. It's quick comfort in a bowl!
Serving Suggestions
Serve this soup hot with a slice of crusty bread or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for extra flavor.
Variations
Try swapping the sausage for plant-based alternatives or add a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving for a bright finish.
Storage Tips
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Save This simple soup is perfect for busy nights and will keep everyone warm and satisfied.
Recipe Help & Answers
- → Can I use different types of sausage?
Yes, smoked kielbasa is recommended, but any cooked sausage that suits your taste works well.
- → What beans work best in this dish?
Cannellini or navy beans are ideal for their creamy texture and mild flavor.
- → Is it possible to make this soup vegetarian?
Substitute the sausage with plant-based alternatives and use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- → Can I add more greens besides spinach?
Kale or Swiss chard can be used as flavorful alternatives to add extra nutrients.
- → How do I adjust the seasoning?
Season with salt, pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes to taste before serving.