Sausage and Bean Soup

Our Sausage and Bean Soup is a hearty, comforting dish that perfectly hits the spot on a chilly evening. Loaded with spicy and flavorful sausage, mixed beans, vegetables in a robust broth, it’s a complete meal in and of itself. Perfect for dinner parties, family gatherings or just a cozy meal at home, this sausage and bean soup is an all-round crowd-pleaser! You’re sure to love this delicious, heart-warming soup as much as I do.

This soul-warming soup comes with a bonus – it’s pretty straightforward and easy to make. What makes it a special favorite is its adaptability! Tweak the spice level, add in your choice of seasonal veggies or beans and voila! You have a delightful bowl of comfort personalized just for you!

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Servings: 6 servings
• Yield: 1 pot of soup

Now, let’s move on to the kitchen magic!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 1 lb spicy sausage
• 2 cans of mixed beans
• 1 large onion
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 4 cups of chicken broth
• 2 carrots
• 2 stalks of celery
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

As for tools, we’ll need a good soup pot, a sturdy wooden spoon and a sharp knife.

How To Make Sausage and Bean Soup

1. Start off by heating the olive oil in your pot over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned. This infuses the fat in the oil, giving your soup a richer flavor. Remove the sausage once browned, but make sure to keep the juices in the pot!
2. Next, saut�� the chopped onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots and celery in the pot. Stir until the vegetables soften, this adds a depth of flavor.
3. Then, add in the beans, spices, and broth to the pot. Stir well. Return the sausages into the pot, simmer for about 20 minutes. The goal here is to let all these fantastic flavors meld together.
4. Before serving, season your soup with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

Tips For The Best Results

• Use high-quality broth, it significantly impacts the flavor of the soup.
• Don’t skip on the simmering time, that’s when the flavors meld together.

Storage Tips

• Soup can be refrigerated for about 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I substitute the beans?

A: Sure, you can! Any variety of beans would work well in this soup.

Q: Can I use pork sausages instead?

A: Absolutely! The choice of sausage is totally up to personal preference.

Q: If I don’t have chicken broth, what can I use?

A: Feel free to use any broth you have available. Vegetable broth would also work well.

Q: Can I start with raw sausage?

A: Absolutely, cooking the sausage first enhances the flavor as it releases its juices.

Q: Is this soup spicy?

A: The spicy level can be adjusted according to your preference by using mild or spicy sausage and adjusting the amount of pepper you add.

Nutritional Facts of Sausage and Bean Soup

Each serving of this hearty soup contains roughly 300 calories, 15g of fat, 20g of protein, and 20g of carbohydrates.

There you have it folks – a simple, satisfying, and incredibly flavorful Sausage and Bean Soup. A hearty meal that is sure to warm you up even on the chilliest of days. Dish it out with some crusty bread on the side and get ready to impress your guests with this savory and filling soup. Bon Appetit!