I recently posted the fact that I don’t cook many soups mainly because I don’t have that much experience with them. Growing up in Florida, we just didn’t have a lot of soup during the winter. Mom would make chili, beef stew, white bean navy soup and such which were all delicious. Our winters were short and not nearly as cold as winters I’ve experienced since moving to Georgia! But I digress. The point I’m trying to make is that I do tend to incorporate homemade soup much more frequently here in Georgia than I ever thought of doing in Florida. I am learning!
This recipe I found on Epicurious. It is actually from Bon Appetit and I’ve adapted it a bit from that recipe. It’s great, hearty (there is that word again), delicious and quick. And I love the smoky flavor from the Chorizo. Really appetizing. You’ll love it too! Add a chunk of homemade fresh bread and you’re all set!
Hint: If you plan to not have leftovers make as is. If you plan on leftovers, I would add the spinach as you go. It will be fresher!
Bon appétit!
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Chorizo and White Bean Soup
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
- 1 pound fresh Mexican chorizo or Italian sausage links
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 sprig thyme
- 2 15-ounce cans cannellini (white kidney) beans, rinsed
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
- 5 ounces baby spinach (about 10 cups)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 15-20 minutes. Transfer sausage to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet. Add onion, garlic, and thyme sprig. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, 5-8 minutes. Add beans and broth and cook, until slightly thickened, 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add spinach by handfuls and cook just until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Slice chorizo and fold into soup. Divide soup among bowls. Enjoy
- Prep Time: 45 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
