Italian Sausage Bean And Spinach Soup Recipe

Name: Italian Sausage Bean And Spinach Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs Italian sausage (removed from casings); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large carrots, peeled and coarsley chopped; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic; 2 teaspoons dried chili pepper flakes (optional or to taste); 3 teaspoons dried basil (or to taste); 2 -3 quarts chicken broth; 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinced and drained (white beans); 2 cups large uncooked shell pasta; 12 ounces fresh spinach (can use frozen); 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste); salt and black pepper

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs Italian sausage (removed from casings)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large carrots, peeled and coarsley chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
2 teaspoons dried chili pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
3 teaspoons dried basil (or to taste)
2 -3 quarts chicken broth
2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinced and drained (white beans)
2 cups large uncooked shell pasta
12 ounces fresh spinach (can use frozen)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
salt and black pepper

1
Heat olive oil in a 8-10-quart pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add in the sausage meat; cook until browned (about 8-10 minutes) remove the meat to a plate or bowl.
3
Add in the onion, carrots, basil and dried chili flakes; saute for about 5-6 minutes adding in the garlic the last couple minutes.
4
Add in chicken broth, tomatoes with juice and drained beans; bring to a boil, cover with lid and cook at medium-low for about 30 minutes.
5
Add in pasta shells; reduce heat and simmer until the pasta is firm-tender (about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Skim any fat that has accumulated on top of the soup, then stir in about 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese and the fresh spinach; cook until the spinach is just wilted (about 1-2 minutes).
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Pass more Parmesan cheese at the table.

756

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs Italian sausage (removed from casings), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 large carrots, peeled and coarsley chopped, 1 large onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Italian Sausage Bean And Spinach Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Italian Sausage Bean And Spinach Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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