Italian Sausage and Cabbage Soup With White Beans

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3-4 stalks celery, chopped (leaves also)
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 5 medium potatoes, cubed
• 4 carrots, chopped
• 4 cups cabbage, shredded
• 1 1/2 lbs sweet Italian sausage

• 1 (16 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
• salt & pepper

Directions

1. 1

   In large soup pot, cook italian sausage in olive oil on medium heat until cooked through. Remove sausage, cut it into cubes, & set aside.

2. 2

   Saute onion and celery in same pot 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add garlic, saute 3 minutes.

4. 4

   Add chicken broth, water, carrots, and potatoes. Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to medium, cook until potatoes are almost tender, about 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Add cabbage, italian sausage, and beans. Cook until cabbage is tender.

7. 7

   Add salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Serve hot with italian bread and a good cheese.