Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary journey with our creamy white bean and chorizo soup, a delightful blend of textures and tastes. This Spanish-inspired soup is a harmonious union of tender white beans, smoky chorizo, and aromatic vegetables simmered in a velvety broth. Each spoonful promises a symphony of flavors, from the delicate sweetness of the beans to the savory spiciness of the chorizo. Accompanying this main recipe are variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences, including a vegetarian version that swaps chorizo for roasted red peppers and a vegan option that replaces dairy with creamy plant-based milk. These variations ensure that everyone can savor the comforting goodness of this soup, regardless of dietary restrictions.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CREAMY ITALIAN WHITE BEAN SOUP
Hearty and healthy soup that is a favorite with friends and family. Sounds more difficult than it is. Try it! We're positive you'll be pleased. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
Provided by colleenlora
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil. Cook onion and celery in oil for 5 to 8 minutes, or until tender. Add garlic, and cook for 30 seconds, continually stirring. Stir in beans, chicken broth, pepper, thyme and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and then simmer for 15 minutes.
- With slotted spoon, remove 2 cups of the bean and vegetable mixture from soup and set aside.
- In blender at low speed, blend remaining soup in small batches until smooth, (it helps to remove the center piece of the blender lid to allow steam to escape.) Once blended pour soup back into stock pot and stir in reserved beans.
- Bring to a boil, occasionally stirring. Stir in spinach and cook 1 minute or until spinach is wilted. Stir in lemon juice and remove from heat and serve with fresh grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.7 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 1014.4 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
CREAMY WHITE BEAN AND CHORIZO SOUP
Make and share this Creamy White Bean and Chorizo Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Valerie in Florida
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 2h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place beans in heavy large saucepan. Add enough water to pan to cover beans by 4 inches. Let beans soak overnight at room temperature.
- Drain and rinse beans; return to same saucepan. Add 8 cups water, 1 tablespoon oil, smashed garlic clove, rosemary, and bay leaf. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover, and simmer until beans are just tender, 1 to 11/2 hours. Season to taste with salt. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cool slightly, cover, and chill.).
- Drain beans, reserving cooking liquid. Discard rosemary sprig and bay leaf. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté until vegetables are beginning to soften, about 10 minutes. Add chopped garlic and 1 teaspoon thyme; sauté 2 minutes. Add 2 cups reserved bean cooking liquid, 4 cups chicken broth, and beans. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered until vegetables are tender, about 25 minutes. Cool soup 10 minutes. Meanwhile, sauté chorizo in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, breaking up lumps with back of spoon, about 5 minutes. Transfer chorizo to paper towels to drain.
- Using slotted spoon, remove 1 1/2 cups bean mixture from soup; reserve. Working in batches, puree remaining soup in blender until smooth. Return puree to pot. Stir in reserved whole-bean mixture, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme, chorizo, and cream. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill uncovered until cold. Cover and keep chilled.) Rewarm soup over medium heat, thinning with more broth if desired. Season with salt and pepper. Divide soup among bowls and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1118.9, Fat 73.3, SaturatedFat 26.6, Cholesterol 154.4, Sodium 2070, Carbohydrate 55.1, Fiber 19.8, Sugar 3.7, Protein 60.3
WHITE BEAN AND CHORIZO SOUP
Provided by Food Network
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over high heat, and saute the sausage, until it crisps, about 3 to 4 minutes. Drain the pieces on a paper towel, and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, and add the onion and celery to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, about 6 to 7 minutes. Add in the garlic, thyme, and paprika and continue cooking and stirring, until the herbs are fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook for another minute. Return the chorizo to the pan along with the stock. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Add in the beans and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Season the soup with the sea salt and black pepper before serving.
5-INGREDIENT CREAMY WHITE BEAN SOUP
Sweet Italian sausage and white beans work double duty here to keep the number of ingredients low. The sausage is filled with spices and aromatics that punch up the flavor of the soup, so you don't have to add any extra seasonings. Plus, the onion is sautéed in the sausage fat instead of an in extra ingredient like olive oil. The white beans not only infuse the dish with tons of satisfying protein--they become super creamy when they are pureed at the end, so no cream is necessary.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and break it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, making sure the pieces sit in a single layer (if they don't, remove some and work in batches). Cook, stirring several times, until no longer pink on the outside and golden brown in places, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
- Add the onions to the pot. If there are lots of browned bits on the bottom that look like they might burn, add 2 tablespoons of broth and scrape the bottom with a wooden spoon. Cook the onions, stirring frequently and adding more broth to the bottom of the pot as needed, until completely tender, about 10 minutes. Add the white beans and remaining broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook over medium heat until the beans split open, about 10 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup in the pot until completely smooth or carefully transfer the hot liquid to a blender to puree. Season the soup with salt. Serve the soup topped with the sausage.
Tips:
- For a creamier soup, use two cans of white beans instead of one. You can also add a tablespoon of heavy cream or sour cream at the end of cooking.
- If you don't have any chorizo, you can substitute another type of sausage, such as kielbasa or andouille. You can also use ground beef or turkey.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the soup, such as diced carrots, celery, or bell peppers.
- Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers for dipping.
Conclusion:
This creamy white bean and chorizo soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also relatively quick and easy to make, making it a great option for a weeknight meal. With its creamy texture, smoky chorizo flavor, and tender white beans, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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