Dinner

Creamy Bean and Kielbasa Soup Recipe

ByClara Bennett September 2, 2026September 2, 2026

Introduction

This creamy bean soup with kielbasa is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for chilly days. Packed with smoky sausage and tender white beans, it offers rich flavors in a velvety broth that’s easy to make at home.

A deep blue pot filled with a thick stew made of light brown broth with white beans, sliced pinkish sausage pieces, small orange carrot cubes, and finely chopped green herbs sprinkled on top. The pot sits on a white marbled surface with fresh green parsley on the left and small wooden bowls containing chopped green herbs and shredded white cheese above. In the bottom right, part of a white plate holds two pieces of torn bread. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 rings (13 ounces each) kielbasa, sliced into ¼-inch slices
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced into ¼-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup (31 g) all-purpose flour
3 cups (720 g) chicken broth
1 cup (245 g) whole milk
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cans (15 ounces each) Great Northern white beans, rinsed and drained
Parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until browned on both sides, about 7-9 minutes. Remove the kielbasa from the pot and set aside on a plate to keep warm.
Step 2: In the same pot, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion, carrots, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 10-12 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the carrots begin to soften.
Step 3: Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well. Continue cooking for another minute to remove the raw flour taste.
Step 4: Pour in the chicken broth, whole milk, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 5: Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and add the rinsed and drained beans.
Step 6: Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens, about 15-20 minutes. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Tips & Variations

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes when cooking the vegetables.
Swap Great Northern beans with cannellini or navy beans for a similar texture and flavor.
If you prefer a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup before adding the kielbasa.

Storage

Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. This soup can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

How to Serve

A white ribbed bowl filled with thick soup showing three main layers: a creamy light brown broth base with visible small white beans and orange carrot bits spread throughout, several slices of browned sausage pieces scattered on top, and a woman's hand dipping a torn piece of soft white bread into the soup. In the background there is another white bowl filled with the same soup and a clear glass of water, all placed on a white marbled surface with a wooden round coaster under the bowl in focus. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of sausage?

Yes, smoked sausage varieties like Andouille or smoked turkey sausage work well as substitutes for kielbasa and will provide a similar smoky flavor.

Is it possible to make this soup vegetarian?

To make a vegetarian version, omit the kielbasa and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. You can add smoked paprika or liquid smoke to mimic the smoky flavor.