Tuscan White Bean Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- ½ lb ground sausage
*see notes
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp olive oil
for sautéing
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 1½ Tbsp all purpose flour
*see notes
- 3 15 oz cans white beans
*see notes
- 1 small yellow onion
chopped
- 4 garlic cloves
- 3 large carrots
peeled and chopped
- 2 stalks celery
chopped
- 2 roma tomatoes
diced
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- ⅓ cup sherry wine
*see notes
- 3-4 cups chicken broth
*see notes
- 2 cups collard greens
*see notes
Directions
- 1
In a large pot or skillet, add ground turkey and sausage, seasonings. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes. While meat is cooking, chop all the vegetables, set aside.
- 2
Once the meat is finished set aside. If you cooked it in the soup pot, wipe it clean. In a large pot (or the soup pot) melt butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour, turn the heat to low and whisk it well to ensure there are no clumps. Add in the garlic and onion. Sauté for 2 minutes. Add in tomato paste and mix well.
- 3
Add in chopped celery, carrots, tomatoes, sauté for 2 minutes. Add sherry wine and broth. Let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Next, add in the drained, rinsed beans and ground meat. Add more broth if you need (depending on how broth-y you like your soups). Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- 5
Add the chopped collard greens, let them wilt and bit. Turn off the heat and serve while warm. Enjoy this hearty delicious soup.
Tuscan White Bean Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a hearty and flavorful meal that truly satisfies your soul? This Tuscan White Bean Soup delivers comforting warmth and rich tastes, perfect for any cozy evening. It's a nourishing dish that brings the rustic charm of Tuscan cuisine right to your kitchen.
This recipe works wonders by expertly blending lean ground turkey with savory ground sausage, creating a depth of flavor that's both robust and incredibly satisfying. The medley of fresh vegetables, including aromatic onion, garlic, carrots, and celery, forms a vibrant base, ensuring every spoonful is packed with wholesome goodness. It’s a delightful way to enjoy a substantial soup that feels both luxurious and genuinely homemade.
Expect a deeply savory soup with tender white beans and a comforting broth, subtly thickened to just the right consistency. The combination of turkey and sausage provides a rich, meaty backbone, beautifully complemented by the bright notes of diced roma tomatoes and the earthy bitterness of collard greens. A hint of red pepper flakes adds a gentle warmth without overwhelming the other balanced flavors. You'll find a spoonful offers a harmonious blend of textures, from the tender beans to the slightly yielding vegetables and the hearty ground meats.
Feel free to customize this Tuscan White Bean Soup to your liking. If you prefer, you can adjust the ratio of ground turkey to ground sausage, or use all turkey for a lighter option. For a different green, fresh spinach or kale can be used in place of collard greens, added during the last few minutes of cooking until wilted. You could also swap in cannellini beans for the white beans if that's what you have on hand.
Serve this hearty Tuscan White Bean Soup as a main course, perhaps alongside a slice of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the rich broth. It's an ideal meal for a chilly evening or whenever you need a comforting and wholesome dish.