Ingredients
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Here’s what you’ll need to create this delicious, comforting soup:
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
If you’re looking to switch things up, feel free to substitute kale for spinach or use turkey sausage for a lighter version. The beauty of this soup is its flexibility, allowing you to adapt it to your family’s tastes and dietary needs.
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to bring this delicious soup to your table:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic, carrots, and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Add the thyme and oregano, stirring to coat the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Return the sausage to the pot along with the white beans and diced tomatoes. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy the warmth and comfort in every spoonful!
Cooking tip: Don’t rush the simmering process. Letting the soup simmer allows the flavors to deepen, creating a rich and satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International