Turnpike Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Turnpike Soup, a soul-satisfying one-pot meal packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. This rustic, smoky soup combines tender slices of andouille or kielbasa sausage, savory vegetables, and a medley of cannellini and kidney beans for a protein-rich base. Infused with aromatic thyme and smoked paprika, it’s further elevated by the addition of tender small pasta and nutrient-dense baby spinach. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, Turnpike Soup is the ultimate quick and comforting dinner, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Serve this easy soup recipe with a garnish of fresh parsley and enjoy a robust, crowd-pleasing dish that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. Keywords: hearty soup recipe, smoked sausage soup, one-pot meals, quick dinner ideas, easy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces smoked sausage (such as andouille or kielbasa), sliced into rounds
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 can canned diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
• 1 can canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (15 ounces)
• 1 can canned red kidney beans, drained and rinsed (15 ounces)
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or elbow macaroni)
• 3 cups baby spinach leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, dried thyme, and smoked paprika to the pot. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) and return the browned sausage to the pot.

Step 6

Add the cannellini beans, red kidney beans, and chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Once boiling, stir in the small pasta. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.

Step 8

Stir in the baby spinach leaves and cook for 2-3 more minutes, until the spinach is wilted.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3103.6 grams (3103.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2858

Total Fat 133.80g	172%
Saturated Fat 41.70g	209%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 6920mg	301%
Total Carbohydrate 297.20g	108%
Dietary Fiber 38.80g	139%
Total Sugars 31.70g
Protein 117.80g	236%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 609mg	47%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 4600mg	98%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 41.5%