Bowl of Tuscan White Bean Soup garnished with herbs and served with crusty bread

Tuscan White Bean Soup

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why make this recipe

Tuscan White Bean Soup is a warm and comforting dish that is perfect for any season. It’s healthy, filling, and packed with flavors from fresh vegetables, Italian sausage, and aromatic herbs. This soup is not only easy to prepare but also makes a fantastic meal for busy weeknights. You’ll love how it comes together quickly and satisfies the whole family.

how to make Tuscan White Bean Soup

Ingredients :

  • Italian sausage
  • White beans
  • Spinach
  • Carrots
  • Celery
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Vegetable broth
  • Olive oil
  • Italian herbs (like thyme and oregano)
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Directions :

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and Italian sausage. Cook until the sausage is browned.
  4. Add white beans, vegetable broth, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  6. Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  7. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

how to serve Tuscan White Bean Soup

Serve the soup hot in bowls. You can add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor. Accompany it with crusty bread or a simple salad for a complete meal. This soup is perfect for lunch or dinner and is sure to please everyone at the table.

how to store Tuscan White Bean Soup

Let the soup cool to room temperature before storing. Place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it in portions for up to 3 months. Just make sure to label the container with the date.

tips to make Tuscan White Bean Soup

  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the white beans in the pot before serving.
  • Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for added nutrients.
  • Use low-sodium vegetable broth to control the salt content.

variation

If you want a vegetarian version, simply skip the Italian sausage and use an extra cup of vegetables. You can also add some red pepper flakes if you prefer a bit of heat in your soup.

FAQs

1. Can I make this soup ahead of time?
Yes, this soup tastes even better the next day! You can make it ahead and store it in the fridge or freezer.

2. Can I use canned beans?
Absolutely! Canned white beans save time. Just rinse and drain them before adding to the soup.

3. What can I serve with this soup?
Crusty bread, garlic bread, or a fresh salad works well alongside this hearty soup.

Tuscan White Bean Soup

A warm and comforting Tuscan White Bean Soup that's healthy, filling, and packed with flavors from fresh vegetables and Italian sausage, perfect for any season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Italian sausage Use sweet or spicy based on preference.
  • 2 cans white beans Rinsed and drained if using canned.
  • 4 cups spinach Fresh, can be adjusted to taste.
  • 2 medium carrots Diced.
  • 2 stalks celery Diced.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Low-sodium recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian herbs Dried thyme and oregano.
  • to taste salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste pepper Adjust according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and Italian sausage. Cook until the sausage is browned.
  4. Add white beans, vegetable broth, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  6. Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  7. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Notes

For a thicker soup, mash some of the white beans in the pot before serving. Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for added nutrients. Use low-sodium vegetable broth to control the salt content.