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Cozy Crockpot Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Soup

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A hearty and easy-to-make crockpot soup featuring Italian sausage, white beans, kale, and aromatic herbs, perfect for warming up winter nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed (sweet or mild)
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini or great northern white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups packed kale, roughly chopped (or substitute spinach)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
  2. Add diced onion and carrots to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Transfer browned sausage, sautéed vegetables, rinsed white beans, diced tomatoes with juices, and broth to the crockpot.
  4. Stir in chopped rosemary, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Mix gently to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until beans are tender but hold their shape and sausage is juicy.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, stir in chopped kale. Cover and let it wilt.
  7. Give the soup a final stir and taste. Adjust salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes as needed.
  8. Serve warm, optionally with crusty bread or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Brown the sausage and sauté the vegetables before adding to the crockpot to enhance flavor and texture. Add kale near the end to prevent it from becoming bitter or limp. Adjust seasoning at the end of cooking. For a brighter flavor, add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar before serving. If soup is too thick, add more broth or water.

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Keywords: crockpot soup, Tuscan soup, white bean soup, sausage soup, winter recipe, easy dinner, slow cooker, hearty soup

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