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Cozy Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Soup

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A comforting and easy-to-make Tuscan soup featuring Italian sausage, cannellini beans, and a Parmesan rind for rich umami flavor. Perfect for cozy nights and quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (or about 3 cups cooked from dry)
  • 1 large Parmesan rind (about 3–4 inches)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 4 cups (1 quart) low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Remove sausage from casings and crumble into the pot. Brown the sausage for about 8 minutes until cooked through with no pink bits left.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the sausage. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic, rosemary sprig, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Stir constantly for about 1 minute to release aromas without burning the garlic.
  4. Pour in the rinsed cannellini beans and chicken broth. Nestle the Parmesan rind into the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 40-45 minutes to infuse flavors and thicken broth slightly.
  5. Remove the rosemary sprig and Parmesan rind. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Add a splash of water or broth if the soup is too thick.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Optionally drizzle with olive oil or sprinkle with Parmesan shavings before serving.

Notes

Brown the sausage well for depth of flavor. Use Parmesan rind for authentic umami and remove before serving. Rinse canned beans to reduce sodium and starch. Simmer gently to avoid toughening beans. Adjust seasoning at the end due to saltiness from Parmesan rind. Soup thickens on simmer; add broth or water if needed.

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Keywords: Tuscan soup, white bean soup, sausage soup, Parmesan rind, easy soup recipe, comfort food, Italian sausage, cannellini beans

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