Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach

Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach is a hearty, comforting meal that’s better than takeout. After making this soup dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to a perfectly creamy texture. The rich, velvety soup is filled with tender white beans, savory sausage, and fresh spinach. It’s so comforting, you’ll want to make it all the time. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Quick Spicy Chili Oil Udon Noodles Recipe and Easy Garlic Broccoli Stir-Fry with Pasta for Quick Dinner.

What You'll Need for Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 cans cannellini beans
• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 bag fresh spinach
• 1 onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes

How to Make Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach

1. Sauté: Sauté onion, garlic, and sausage until browned.
2. Simmer: Add beans, broth, rosemary, and thyme. Simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Blend: Blend until smooth. Add spinach and simmer until wilted.

Storing & Reheating Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Make ahead and reheat when ready to serve.

Freezing Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach

Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a pot on the stove over medium heat. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Sauté the sausage first to render the fat, then cook the onions and garlic in it.
• Best substitution: Use great northern beans instead of cannellini.
• Make-ahead: Make ahead and reheat when ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled.
• Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little more broth or water.

Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free, Dairy-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 cans cannellini beans
• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 bag fresh spinach

Seasonings

• 1 onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Toppings

• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Sauté: Sauté onion, garlic, and sausage until browned.
2. Simmer: Add beans, broth, rosemary, and thyme. Simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Blend: Blend until smooth. Add spinach and simmer until wilted.

Notes

• Chef tip: Sauté the sausage first to render the fat, then cook the onions and garlic in it.
• Best substitution: Use great northern beans instead of cannellini.
• Make-ahead: Make ahead and reheat when ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled.
• Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little more broth or water.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a pot on the stove over medium heat.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• Make ahead: Make ahead and reheat when ready to serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 8g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Cholesterol: 45mg
• Sat. Fat: 4g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!