Description
Creamy Bean Soup with Kielbasa is a comforting dish that warms the soul, perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. This hearty soup blends the richness of creamy beans with the savory flavors of turkey sausage, creating a delightful meal that’s both nourishing and satisfying. With its quick preparation and adaptability to various tastes, this creamy bean soup will surely become a staple in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) Great Northern white beans, rinsed and drained
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add sliced turkey sausage and cook until browned, about 7–9 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sauté onion, carrots, garlic, salt, and pepper for 10–12 minutes until softened.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and cook for an additional minute.
- Gradually add chicken broth and milk while stirring; bring to a simmer.
- Return the sausage to the pot along with the beans; stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 15–20 minutes until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 25mg