Smokey Beans & Sausage Soup Recipe

Name: Smokey Beans & Sausage Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dried red kidney beans (2 cups) or 1 lb great northern bean (2 cups); 8 cups low sodium chicken broth (4 14.5 oz cans each, plus 1 cup water); 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced in 1/2 inch pieces; 3 garlic cloves, minced (more if you like); 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme; 1 teaspoon marjoram; 1 teaspoon rubbed sage; ½ teaspoon dried savory; 1 bay leaf; pepper, to taste; 2 medium onions, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups); 3 large carrots, chopped (about 1-3/4 cups); 3 celery ribs, chopped (about 1 cup); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

1 lb dried red kidney beans (2 cups) or 1 lb great northern bean (2 cups)
8 cups low sodium chicken broth (4 14.5 oz cans each, plus 1 cup water)
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced in 1/2 inch pieces
3 garlic cloves, minced (more if you like)
1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon marjoram
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
½ teaspoon dried savory
1 bay leaf
pepper, to taste
2 medium onions, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
3 large carrots, chopped (about 1-3/4 cups)
3 celery ribs, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil

1
Place the beans in a Dutch oven or stock pot.
2
Add water to cover by 2 inches.
3
Bring to a boil and boil 2 minutes.
4
Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour, then drain completely.
5
Return beans to pot.
6
Add broth, sausage, and the seasonings; bring to a boil.
7
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours.
8
While thats cooking, saute onions, carrots and celery in the oil.
9
Add to soup after 1 1/2 hours.
10
Cook at a simmer, covered, 1 hour or until beans are tender.
11
Skim fat if needed.
12
Remove bay leaf.
13
Taste for additional seasonings.
14
Serve hot and enjoy!

1142

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

166

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: 1 lb dried red kidney beans (2 cups) or 1 lb great northern bean (2 cups), 8 cups low sodium chicken broth (4 14.5 oz cans each, plus 1 cup water), 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced in 1/2 inch pieces, 3 garlic cloves, minced (more if you like), and more.

Yes, Smokey Beans & Sausage 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smokey Beans & Sausage Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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