Cozy Italian Sausage, White Bean & Kale Soup
This Cozy Italian Sausage, White Bean & Kale Soup is a heart-warming one-pot meal brimming with savory chicken sausage, tender beans, and bright green kale. Fire-roasted tomatoes and a splash of lemon juice lift the hearty broth—perfect for chilly nights or anytime you need a comforting bowl of goodness!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil plus more as needed
- 12 oz. Italian chicken sausage sliced into rounds
- 2 carrots chopped
- 1 small zucchini chopped
- 1 cup yellow onion diced (from ½ large onion)
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 15 oz. fire-roasted diced tomatoes 1 can
- 30 oz. great northern beans drained and rinsed (2 cans)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- Parmesan rind optional
- 1 bunch kale chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or more to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Brown sausage slices, about 4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add a bit more oil and sauté carrots, zucchini, and onion for 5–6 minutes. Stir in garlic.
- Add Italian seasoning, salt, red pepper flakes, tomatoes, beans, broth, and parmesan rind.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add kale, lemon juice, and the sausage back in. Stir until kale is wilted.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/cozy-italian-sausage-white-bean-soup-with-kale/
Notes
- Parmesan Rind: Adds a savory depth—don’t skip if you have it. Remove and discard the rind before serving.
- Vegetable Swaps: Feel free to add chopped celery, bell pepper, or spinach in place of kale.
- Make-Ahead: This soup tastes even better on day two. Refrigerate and gently reheat, adding a splash of broth if it thickens too much.