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Sausage Kale and White Bean Soup

Cozy Sausage Kale and White Bean Soup for New Comfort Food

A warm and nourishing Sausage Kale and White Bean Soup packed with protein and earthy flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for richer flavor
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Ground Italian Turkey Sausage Can swap with chicken or vegetarian sausage
  • 6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for a vegetarian variant
For the Creamy Texture
  • 2 cups Cannellini Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 piece Parmesan Rind Omit for a vegan version
For the Greens
  • 4 cups Kale Chopped
For Seasoning
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be substituted
  • to taste Salt Adjust to your liking
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to your liking
  • optional Dried Thai Chili For heat if desired
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens flavors
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Replace with nutritional yeast for vegan

Equipment

  • Large soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large soup pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add ground Italian turkey sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  2. Remove browned sausage and set aside. Add diced yellow onion and chopped celery and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika and pour in 6 cups of low-sodium chicken broth. Add drained cannellini beans, Parmesan rind, bay leaf, rosemary, and oregano. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and let the soup cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Add chopped kale and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted and tender.
  6. Remove Parmesan rind and bay leaf. Stir in lemon juice and serve, garnished with grated Parmesan and ground pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasoning gradually. Browning sausage well creates depth of flavor. This soup stores well in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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