Description
Creamy Bean Soup with Kielbasa is a heartwarming dish that combines the creamy richness of beans with the savory goodness of kielbasa, creating a comforting meal perfect for chilly days. This easy-to-make recipe brings together simple ingredients to create a satisfying soup that not only warms the soul but also fills the belly. Enjoy it as an appetizer or main course alongside crusty bread or a vibrant salad. Gather your family and friends around the table; this delightful soup is sure to become a favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 rings (13 ounces each) turkey sausage, sliced into ¼-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 2 medium carrots, diced (about 1 cup)
- 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 on both sides, approximately 7-9 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sauté chopped onion, carrots, garlic, salt, and pepper for about 10-12 minutes until softened.
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir for one minute to eliminate raw flavor.
- Gradually add chicken broth and milk while stirring. Bring to a simmer.
- Return turkey sausage to the pot along with rinsed white beans.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg