Creamy Bean Soup with Kielbasa Recipe (Print Version)

Discover a hearty and cozy Creamy Bean Soup with Kielbasa recipe that's perfect for any evening meal.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 tbsp Olive Oil
02 - 1 lb Kielbasa Sausage, sliced
03 - 1 large Onion, chopped
04 - 2 cloves Garlic, minced
05 - 1 (15-ounce) can Great Northern Beans, rinsed and drained
06 - 1 (15-ounce) can Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained
07 - 4 cups Chicken Broth

→ Seasonings & Spices

08 - 1 tsp Dried Thyme
09 - 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
10 - Salt to taste

→ Garnish & Toppings

11 - Fresh Parsley, chopped

→ Optional Extras

12 - 1/2 cup Heavy Cream

# Instructions:

01 - Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally so it doesn't burn.
02 - Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
03 - Stir in the rinsed and drained beans, chicken broth, thyme, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the flavors have melded beautifully.
04 - If you want an extra-creamy soup, carefully transfer about half of the soup to a blender and blend until smooth. Then, return the blended soup to the pot and stir to combine.
05 - Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt to taste. Heat through gently; do not boil.
06 - Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - Don't overcook the kielbasa or it will get tough!
02 - This soup keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheating is best done on the stovetop over low heat.
03 - You can substitute with coconut milk or full-fat milk for the heavy cream.
04 - Serve with crusty bread for dipping!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large pot or Dutch oven
02 - blender (optional)

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 350 calories
Total Fat: 20 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 30 grams
Protein: 15 grams

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