Zuppa fagioli e salsiccia-Bean soup with sausage-Soupe haricots et saucisse-Bohnen und Wurstsuppe

Italian sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Turkey sausage is lower in fat while pork sausage is often more affordable.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can provide a fresher taste, while crushed tomatoes are often less expensive.

cannellini beans

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: navy beans

Chickpeas offer more protein, and navy beans are generally cheaper.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast is a low-calorie alternative, while a blend can be more affordable.

In a pot, heat the extra virgin olive oil and add the sautéed mixture.

Add the cooked beans and tomato puree to the pot.

Slice the sausages and add them to the mixture.

Season with salt to taste and let it simmer until heated through.

Serve the soup with toasted bread on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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