Swamp Soup
A hearty and flavorful Southern-inspired soup filled with greens, beans, and smoky sausage. Perfect for a comforting meal!
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz smoked sausage sliced
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth low sodium preferred
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz, with juices
- 1 can white beans drained and rinsed
- 4 cups collard greens chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for heat
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add diced onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté until onions are soft, about 3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.
- Return the sausage to the pot and add white beans, collard greens, paprika, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Simmer for 20 minutes until flavors meld and greens are tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For a richer flavor, use smoked turkey or ham instead of sausage. You can also substitute kale or spinach for collard greens.