Recipe Background
Italian soup combines sausage, cabbage, and beans for rich flavor.
When you combine sausage, onions, and aromatic herbs, a deep, savory aroma fills the kitchen. This magical Italian soup offers comfort with every spoonful. The sausage lends a robust flavor, complemented by the slightly sweet onions. As you cook the sausage, wait until the edges deepen and crisp—a tip that ensures maximum flavor and texture by rendering out the excess fat, creating a perfect base.
Tender cabbage mingles with Great Northern beans, giving the soup both richness and substance. The beans add a creamy element that works beautifully with the acidic tomatoes. Each ingredient harmonizes under the watchful eye of oregano, basil, and thyme. Slowly simmering the mixture melds these flavors into a cohesive, delicious whole.
Sharing this dish is as enjoyable as making it. The vibrant colors and enticing aroma draw everyone to the table. It’s simple, yet special, inviting conversation and connection. Whether gathered around on a chilly evening or just sharing a weekday meal, this Italian classic delivers a heartfelt experience.
Ingredients
- 1 pound hot or regular breakfast sausage bulk or casings removed
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 small cabbage sliced into bite-sized pieces, about 4 cups
- 1 (15-ounce) can Great Northern beans drained
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 48 ounces chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon basil
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
Directions
- Cook and crumble the sausage in a large pot over medium-high heat until almost browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the onions and cook until the sausage is completely browned and the onions are tender, about 3 minutes.
- Add the cabbage, the beans, the tomatoes, the broth, the oregano, the basil, and the thyme.
- Simmer until the cabbage is softened, about 5 minutes.
- Serve.
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