Pioneer Woman Sausage And Bean Soup Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Sausage And Bean Soup is a hearty and savory recipe, which is made with farmer’s sausage and a trio of beans. It’s the perfect one-pot meal, ready in about 50 minutes.

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Pioneer Woman Sausage And Bean Soup Recipe Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• 10-ounce sausage (old-fashioned farmer’s sausage recommended)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 (15-ounce) can navy beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

How To Make Pioneer Woman Sausage And Bean Soup

1. Brown the Sausage: Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until golden brown. If the sausage is particularly greasy, drain off some of the excess fat.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, carrots, bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and fresh thyme. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
3. Add Aromatics and Broth: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaves.
4. Simmer the Soup: Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Add Beans and Finish: Stir in the drained and rinsed navy beans, kidney beans, and cannellini beans. Let the soup simmer, uncovered, for an additional 10 minutes to heat the beans through.
6. Serve: Remove the bay leaves before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Recipe Tips

• What is the best sausage to use? A high-quality, flavorful sausage like an old-fashioned farmer’s sausage, kielbasa, or a spicy Italian sausage will give the best results.
• How can I add more flavor? Don’t skip the step of sautéing the vegetables in the pot after the sausage. This allows them to soak up the rendered fat and flavor from the sausage, building a delicious base for the soup.
• Can I use dried beans? Yes, but you will need to soak and cook them separately before adding them to the soup. To substitute, you would need about 1 ½ cups of each type of dried bean, cooked until tender.
• How can I make this soup spicy? To add some heat, you can use a hot Italian sausage, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the other seasonings, or stir in a dash of your favorite hot sauce at the end.

What To Serve With Sausage And Bean Soup

This hearty, all-in-one soup is a complete meal, but it’s especially good with:

• A slice of warm, crusty cornbread or a baguette for dipping
• A simple green salad with a light vinaigrette
• A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top

How To Store Sausage And Bean Soup

• Refrigerate: Let the soup cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The flavors are often even better the next day.
• Freeze: This soup freezes beautifully. Once cooled, transfer it to freezer-safe containers or bags. It will keep for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Sausage And Bean Soup Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 386 kcal
• Protein: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fat: 15g
• Fiber: 12g

Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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