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Sausage Fennel and White Bean Soup

Sausage Fennel and White Bean Soup
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Warm up with this savory Sausage Fennel and White Bean Soup, a comforting and hearty meal combining Italian sausage, aromatic fennel, and creamy white beans. Perfect for cozy lunches or dinners, this recipe balances bold and subtle flavors with fresh herbs and classic vegetables, delivering a nourishing and delicious home-cooked dish.

Ingredients

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Sausage and Meat

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)

Vegetables

  • 1 fennel bulb, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Beans and Broth

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (Cannellini or Great Northern), drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth

Herbs and Seasonings

  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Other

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Dice the fennel bulb, onion, carrots, and celery finely to ensure even cooking. Mince the garlic. Remove the casing from the sausage and break it into small pieces to help develop deep layers of flavor.
  2. Sauté the Sausage and Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove excess fat if needed. Then add the fennel, onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing until the vegetables soften and become fragrant, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  3. Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in the minced garlic, fresh rosemary, and thyme. Cook for an additional minute to release their aromas, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Combine Beans and Broth: Add the white beans and chicken broth to the pot. Deglaze by scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to meld all the flavors together.
  5. Simmer and Season: Let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes until vegetables are tender and broth slightly thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and additional herbs as desired. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

  • Use quality sausage for the best flavor impact.
  • Don’t skip browning the sausage and sweating the vegetables to add depth.
  • Use fresh rosemary and thyme when possible for brighter flavor.
  • For creamier texture, mash some of the white beans during cooking.
  • If the soup is too thick, add extra broth or water to adjust consistency.

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Keywords: sausage soup, fennel soup, white bean soup, Italian sausage, hearty soup, gluten free soup, comforting meal

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