SAUSAGE BEAN SOUP

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You're moments away from a flavor-packed soup that keeps you warm on even the chilliest nights. It's just the kind of recipe we Minnesotans love. -Marlene Muckenhirn, Delano, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook and crumble sausage with onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain., Stir in beans, tomatoes, basil and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.