Spicy Sausage and Bean Soup

Warm up your soul with this hearty and flavorful Spicy Sausage and Bean Soup, a one-pot wonder that’s perfect for cozy dinners or meal prepping. Featuring savory spicy Italian sausage, tender cannellini and kidney beans, and nutrient-packed kale, this soup is loaded with texture and bold, comforting flavors. Aromatic spices like smoked paprika and crushed red pepper flakes add a subtle heat, while a blend of onion, carrot, and celery creates a classic base. The rich tomato and chicken broth blend ties everything together into a wholesome, satisfying meal. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make soup is ideal for serving a crowd or freezing for later. Top it off with freshly grated Parmesan and parsley for a touch of elegance, and enjoy a delicious, nutrient-rich dish that’s sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound spicy Italian sausage
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 medium, diced carrot
• 2 medium, diced celery stalk
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned cannellini beans
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned kidney beans
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 3 cups, chopped and stems removed kale
• 1 teaspoon, to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon, to taste black pepper
• 0.25 cup, grated (optional for garnish) parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Remove the casings from the sausage (if applicable) and add the sausage to the pot. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the cooked sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, kidney beans, chicken broth, bay leaf, and thyme sprigs. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Add the cooked sausage back into the pot along with the chopped kale. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes, or until the kale is wilted and tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Taste the soup and season with salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3614.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3098.2

Total Fat 163.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g
Cholesterol 397.6mg	0%
Sodium 10756.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 66.3g	0%
Total Sugars 41.1g
Protein 181.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1140.0mg	0%
Iron 31.1mg	0%
Potassium 4915.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 29.3%