Slow Cooker Bean Soup Recipe Made With Smoked Andouille Sausage

Indulge in the savory delights of our Slow Cooker White Bean Soup with smoked andouille sausage, featuring Great Northern beans and garden-fresh vegetables. This home-cooked sensation brings a warm, family-friendly touch to your dinner table.

Explore the simplicity of this recipe and consider exploring our range of delightful slow cooker soup options, such as Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Stew and Crockpot Chicken And Rice.

I’ve used my slow cooker to make so many different soup recipes including Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Stew, Crockpot Chicken And Rice, and Slow Cooker Chicken Noodles Soup. So, if you enjoy this recipe, I hope you consider checking out some of my additional crockpot soup recipes as well. I love making soup recipes for my family!

Discover the popularity of white bean soup with ham. It is such a crockpot-friendly recipe with you. Satisfy your family’s flavor cravings with the delightful combination of sausage and beans, a perfect addition to your dinner repertoire.

Preparation Tips: Efficiency meets taste in this recipe, taking only 10 minutes to prepare. Embrace the convenience of canned beans during colder months, making it an ideal choice for those with a busy lifestyle. Fresh ingredients, such as thinly sliced smoked andouille sausage, garlic, onion, carrots, celery, and baby spinach, form the foundation of this delectable soup.

We use canned beans for this recipe because they are the easiest to manage.

Ingredients For White Bean Soup In The Slow Cooker 

• 1 TBSP olive oil
• 1 package thinly sliced smoked andouille sausage (12.8 oz)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 onion (diced)
• 3 carrots (peeled and diced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 2 cans (15-oz) Great Northern beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 C chicken broth
• 2 C water
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• 3 C baby spinach

Tools:

• Large cast ion skillet
• Slow cooker

How To Make Slow Cooker Bean Soup Recipe

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 8 hrs
• Makes: 8 servings

To make this healthy bean soup, first, you need to add olive oil to a skillet on medium-high heat. Carefully add sausage, stirring often until the sausage is cooked and lightly browned. (about 3-4 min)

Transfer the sausage to the slow cooker. Add garlic, onion, carrots, celery, beans, oregano, and bay leaves. Add the can of broth and the water, Stir to combine all ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.

Cover while cooking on low heat. Continue to cook this healthy bean soup for 7-8 hours. (Or cook on low heat for 3-4 hours if you don’t have the time) 

For your last step, add in your spinach. Stir until the spinach is wilted. Serve this sausage soup recipe while hot and enjoy! Seriously, it’s one of our favorites during this time of the year and I truly hope you soon will feel the same. 

Can I Freeze This Slow Cooker Bean Soup Recipe?

• Freeze any leftover soup in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 2 months.
• Thaw the soup in the fridge and reheat over low heat when ready to serve.
• Feel free to substitute bay leaves with thyme or rosemary if unavailable, emphasizing the versatility of this recipe.

Experience the warmth of our Slow Cooker White Bean Soup with Smoked Sausage, a quick and easy delight that caters to the demands of a busy lifestyle. Share your feedback and suggestions, and let the delicious aroma of this recipe fill your home with comfort and satisfaction.

Slow Cooker Bean Soup Recipe

Yield: 8

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 8 hours

Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 TBSP olive oil
• 1 package thinly sliced smoked andouille sausage (12.8 oz)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 onion (diced)
• 3 carrots (peeled and diced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 2 cans (15-oz) Great Northern beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 C chicken broth
• 2 C water
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• 3 C baby spinach

Instructions

Add olive oil to the skillet on medium-high heat. Carefully add sausage stirring often until the sausage is cooked and lightly browned. (about 3-4 min)

Transfer the sausage to the slow cooker. Add garlic, onion, carrots, celery, beans, oregano, and bay leaves. Add the can of broth and the water, Stir to combine all ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste.


Stir well.

Cover while cooking on low heat. Continue to cook for 7-8 hours. (Or cook on low heat for 3-4 hours)
Add spinach. Stir until the spinach is wilted.

Serve while hot.

Notes

Tools:

Large cast ion skillet
6-qt. slow cooker

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 119Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 636mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 6g

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Here are some preparation tips to help you get ahead in the kitchen.

1. Organize Ingredients Ahead of Time: Arrange all the ingredients before starting to make the cooking process smoother. This includes chopping vegetables, measuring spices, and having canned beans drained and rinsed. This simple step can save time and ensure everything is within reach.
2. Optimize Sausage Searing: Properly sear the smoked andouille sausage in olive oil. A golden-brown color adds flavor to the soup and provides a delightful texture to the sausage slices. Stir often for an even cook.
3. Layering Flavors: Layering flavors by adding garlic, onions, carrots, and celery to the skillet after the sausage is important. This step allows each ingredient to release its unique taste, contributing to the complexity of the soup.
4. Balance Liquid Ingredients: Carefully measure and balance the liquid ingredients, such as chicken broth and water. Maintaining the right ratio is crucial for achieving the desired consistency in the soup.
5. Seasoning to Taste: Season with salt and pepper at the right stage of cooking and to taste. This ensures that the flavors meld well together, and individuals can adjust according to their preferences.
6. Selecting Fresh Spinach: There is real benefit to using fresh baby spinach because it adds vibrant color and nutritional value to the dish. Add spinach towards the end to preserve its freshness and prevent overcooking.
7. Efficient Use of Slow Cooker: Cover the slow cooker while the soup is cooking to retain moisture and flavor.
8. Clean-Up Tips: Be sure to use slow cooker liners to minimize the mess. This can be especially helpful for those new to slow cooking.
9. Recipe Variations: You can always vary your ingredients – including adding different herbs or spices to customize the flavor profile.