TUSCAN BEAN AND TOMATO SOUP

TUSCAN BEAN AND TOMATO SOUP image

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tbsp rosemary-infused or extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup sliced shallots or chopped sweet onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pkg turkey hot or sweet lean italian turkey saugage(ie jennie-o turkey store)
2 cans (16oz) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14 1/2oz) pasta style seasoned tomatoes or diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (13 3/4oz) reduced sodium chicken broth
3/4 tsp dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup garlic or herb croutons

Steps:

Heat 1 tbsp oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic cook 5minutes, stirring occastionally. Meanwhile, cut sausage into 1/2 inch slices; remove and discard casings. Add sausage to saucepan; cook 5minutes, stirring occasionally. Add beans, tomatoes, broth, rosemary and pepper; bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 15min. or until sausage is no longer pink in center. Stir in remaining 1 tbsp oil. Ladle into shallow bowls; top with croutons.