Italian Sausage and Bean Soup

The unusual blend of sausage and beans with coleslaw makes this soup for a cold winter night the definition of complete comfort food. The recipe doubles easily, so serve a crowd and pair with crusty bread and a tossed salad.

Italian Sausage and Bean Soup

Average Rating: 4.2

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 6 servings (2 quarts).

Ingredients

  • 1 pound bulk hot Italian sausage
  • 2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 package (16 ounces) coleslaw mix
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) garlic and herb spaghetti sauce
  • 3 cups water

Instructions

  • 1. In a Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until flavors are blended, 16-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/3 cups: 416 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 1411mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 12g fiber), 23g protein.