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Cozy Kielbasa and White Bean Soup: Easy One-Pot Meal

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A warm, smoky, and hearty soup made with browned kielbasa, creamy white beans, and a rich golden broth. This easy one-pot meal comes together in under 40 minutes and is perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces kielbasa, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • Two 15-ounce cans white beans (cannellini or great Northern), drained and rinsed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add sliced kielbasa in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and onion is translucent. Scrape up browned bits from the bottom.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in about 1/2 cup of the chicken broth and scrape up all browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Add remaining 3 1/2 cups chicken broth, drained and rinsed white beans, and bay leaf. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  6. Return browned kielbasa to the pot. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes to warm through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Remove bay leaf and discard. Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

Brown the kielbasa first for maximum flavor. Use low-sodium broth to control saltiness. Rinse canned beans to avoid cloudy soup. For a thicker soup, mash half a cup of beans before adding. Soup tastes even better the next day. Store in refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: kielbasa soup, white bean soup, one-pot meal, comfort food, easy soup recipe, smoky soup, hearty soup

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