WINTER COUNTRY SOUP

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My soup will warm your family up on the chilliest of winter nights. Featuring smoked sausage, beans and vegetables, it's a satisfying meal all by itself, or a hearty way to start one! -Jeannette Sabo, Lexington Park, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
1 package (14 ounces) smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
8 shallots, chopped
8 cups chopped fresh kale
3 cups frozen corn (about 15 ounces)
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 cups vegetable broth
3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute sausage with pepper and shallots until browned., Add kale; cook, covered, until kale is wilted, 2-3 minutes. Stir in all remaining ingredients except orzo; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes., Return to a boil. Stir in orzo. Cook until pasta is tender, 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 1067mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Abdulbasit Chandio
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and my kids love it.


Nancy Njeri
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I'm not a big fan of soups, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of vegetables and the broth is amazing.


Nazak Jani
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family.


ioane pubg
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love the combination of vegetables and the broth is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again soon!


biniyam gossa
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and satisfying. The vegetables are always cooked perfectly and the broth is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!


Linda LaRue
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Jasper141
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. The vegetables are always cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Kim Dones
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This soup is the best! It's so hearty and delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Hlengiwe Thabethe
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I'm not a huge fan of soups, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of vegetables and the broth is amazing.


Brothers auto,s
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and my kids love it. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a go-to meal for us.


Akeem Olatunbosun
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add a bit of extra garlic and pepper to give it a little more flavor.


Apna Time Ayega
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family.


Nikola Ivanchov
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This soup is hearty and delicious. I love the combination of vegetables and the broth is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


John Sempala
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! The broth was flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this soup again.


Mujeeb Muji
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Lynne Gwilym
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavor is rich and hearty, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!


Meshach Togbah
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This soup is a winter staple in our house! It's so easy to make and always a hit with the family. I usually add a bit of extra spice to give it a little kick.