ZUPPA DI FAGIOLI

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I like to welcome family home with steaming bowls of this hearty white bean soup. It features plenty of vegetables as well as tender Italian meatballs.-Mary Caron, Edenton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 cup sliced leeks (white portion only)
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes in sauce
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs and cheese. Crumble sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1/2-in. balls. , Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until juices run clear; drain and set aside., In a Dutch oven, saute the leeks, carrot and celery in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the beans, broths, tomatoes, spinach, basil, parsley, salt, pepper and reserved meatballs. Cover and cook until spinach is tender and meatballs are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Sounail Akbar
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This is my favorite soup recipe! I've been making it for years and it's always a hit.


Mariela Jimenez
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. The beans were tender and the soup was very flavorful.


Salamatu Kargbo
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and hearty soup that will warm you up on a cold day.


Bernardine Morgan
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very satisfying.


Zowie Anderson
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables.


Muslim Elyaszai
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I love that this soup is so easy to make. I can throw it together in no time, and it's always a hit with my family.


Moneeb raja Moneeb raja
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


KC family6
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! It was thick and creamy, and the beans were cooked perfectly.


md uzzal miah
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This soup was a little bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning, or maybe some fresh herbs.


360 azan
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The addition of the kale gives it a nice nutritional boost, and the beans and sausage make it a hearty and satisfying meal.


Benji Lester
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This is my go-to soup recipe whenever I'm feeling under the weather. It's so comforting and filling, and it always helps me feel better.


Cathryn Swallia
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the subtle hint of spice. The leftovers were even better the next day.


Ashok Tharu
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This soup was an absolute delight! The flavors were rich and hearty, and the beans were cooked perfectly. I especially appreciated the addition of the pancetta, which gave the soup a lovely smoky flavor.