Creamy Tuscan Bean Soup

Tuscan Bean Soup

This comforting Tuscan-inspired soup blends tender cannellini beans, smoky sausage, aromatic herbs, and a touch of cream into a warm, velvety bowl of flavor. Each ingredient layers depth: sautéed onions create sweetness, sausage adds savory richness, and fresh rosemary and thyme infuse earthy fragrance. The broth thickens naturally as the beans simmer, delivering a hearty, soothing soup perfect for cool evenings or a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 8 ounces turkey or beef smoked sausage, sliced
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (19 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
  

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