Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Soup

Name: Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 lb mild Italian sausage, casing removed; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 can cannellini beans, drained; 1 bunch broccoli rabe, chopped; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

A savory Italian-American soup with browned sausage, bitter leafy greens, and white beans in a light broth. Finished with grated Parmesan for extra depth.

35 minEasyServes 4420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb mild Italian sausage, casing removed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
6 cups chicken broth
1 can cannellini beans, drained
1 bunch broccoli rabe, chopped
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

1

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 lb casing removed mild Italian sausage and cook, breaking it into crumbles, for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
3

Add 1 diced yellow onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the pot, sauteing for 4 minutes until soft.
4

Pour in 6 cups chicken broth and 1 can drained cannellini beans, bringing the liquid to a simmer.
5

Stir in 1 bunch chopped broccoli rabe and simmer for 5 minutes until tender.
6

Ladle into bowls and garnish with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Questions

Can I make Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Soup dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Soup keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Soup?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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