I’ve been a Gooseberry Patch fan as long as there’s been a Gooseberry Patch. Walking through my house, you will catch glimpses of some of the Gooseberry Patch home decor items they used to sell. Several Gooseberry Patch cookbooks have taken their place among my cookbook collection. My traditional Christmas morning breakfast entrée is a Gooseberry Patch recipe from their original Old-Fashioned Country Christmas. I have history with Gooseberry Patch.
After I started my blog, I received such a kind email from them asking if I would be interested in letting them spotlight Syrup and Biscuits and me for one of their Featured Friday articles. I read that email three times to make sure I wasn’t misreading it. Then, I called my daughter and read it to her just to be sure. I was so excited I could have died. The article was kind and gracious. It’s one of the best things that’s happened to me since I began writing Syrup and Biscuits. I’m forever grateful to Gooseberry Patch.
Now, I have the opportunity to be an Early Bird Reviewer for some of their new cookbooks. That gives me a chance to get a sneak peek before the books hit the market. Unbelievable.
This week is going to be Gooseberry Patch week at Syrup and Biscuits. Today, I’m sharing a recipe from 101 Soups, Salads and Sandwiches which will be available for purchase soon. Wednesday, I’ll do a review of the complete cookbook and share another of its recipes. Friday, a giveaway for the cookbook will be announced. That’s a whole lot of Gooseberry Patching in one week. I’m tickled pink.
Sausage and Bean Soup
Adapted from 101 Soups, Salads & Sandwiches, Gooseberry Patch
A wholesome and delicious one dish meal, this soup will warm you from head to toe. Make a large batch and freeze some.
I use a whole sweet onion diced instead of 1/4 cup and increased the garlic to 5 cloves. I typically cook with more aromatics than the recipes calls for. The recipe didn’t specific that the white beans should be drained and rinsed but I chose to do that. Instead of 4 cups of torn spinach, I substituted fresh baby spinach which I didn’t tear.
5 Italian sausage links
1 medium sweet onion, diced
5 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
15 ounces can diced tomatoes
32 ounces chicken stock or broth (I prefer stock)
2 (15 ounce) cans white kidney beans (I used Bush’s White Beans)
4 cup fresh baby spinach (1 bag)
Garnish: grated Parmesan cheese
In a large heavy pan or Dutch oven, cook sausage, onions and garlic until sausage has started to brown. Stir occasionally.
Remove sausage when brown and cut into one inch slices. Return to pan.
For some unknown reason, Belle decided to take a nap in the kitchen while l was cooking but someplace other than right under my feet. This is highly unusual. I’m not sure what’s up with her.
Add stock and stir until all the brown goodness has been loosened from the bottom of the pan. Some of you may know this process as deglazing. My grandmother called it “stirring up the goody”. Add tomatoes, beans, red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
Add spinach. It cooks down a lot. Here’s the spinach when it’s first added to the pot…….
…..and here it is 5 minutes later.
Simmer for two to three hours. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.
Michele says
Dear, dear Jackie, I’m very sorry to say that I was not familiar with Gooseberry Patch until you brought it to my attention. Thank you! I’m looking forward to seeing the cookbook and reading your review! I love the recipe almost as much as I love the picture of Belle! :)) One of the main things I’m looking forward to now that I’m able to spend more time online is spending a whole lot of time getting to know your blog! I’ve fallen way behind with Syrup and Biscuits as well with other blog faves. It’s my intention to remedy that – THIS year! God bless you!
Jackie Garvin says
Michelle,
I’m so happy that you’re able to join us once again. We’ve been missing you so much. I hope you’re feeling much better. God bless you! 🙂
Beverly says
This is my kind of soup! This will be on my table before the week is over. Maybe with some wonderful corn muffins.
Jackie Garvin says
Beverly,
Corn muffins would be a perfect addition for this soup. I hope you enjoy it! 🙂
Mary says
Yummy – PERFECT for this cold, rainy, just plain miserable weather in Memphis!!!!! Will definitely be making this Thursday. This kind of recipe is what makes Gooseberry Patch so good. Thanks Jackie, can’t wait for more!
Jackie Garvin says
Mary,
Please let me know what you think of the soup. I found it to be perfectly perfect! 🙂
Jean says
Now that looks yummy! I love Gooseberry patch things. Friend used to get me the calendars every year. They were so fun! You lucky girl you!
Jackie Garvin says
Jean,
I am lucky! There’s not doubt about that! 🙂
Ginger says
Good morning Jackie, I am finally stoppin in for a visit ,I stay so busy my visits have been limited but it’s good to be here now! 🙂 I’ve been on the lookout for some new soup recipes.My family loves soup it seems they can’t get enough of it, but I am tired of the same ole same ole, so this recipe comes at the perfect time! I look forward to this weeks recipes and hope I can stop back by for a visit before the weeks over. Time to cook some grits, refill the hot tea mug and get my girls up and moving for their school day , Have a blessed day.
-Ginger:)
Jackie Garvin says
Ginger,
I’ve been missing you but I knew you were very busy. This really is a good soup recipe. I will definitely make it again. 🙂
Gina Blank says
I am definitely going to try this; sounds so good! Thanks!
I make the breakfast casserole from the original Old Fashioned Country Christmas book too.
Jackie Garvin says
Gina,
I hope you enjoy it! 🙂
Sweet Tea with Cindy says
Jackie, You deserve it ALL! I really mean it. Woohoo! I’m proud for ya. Love, Cindy
Jackie Garvin says
Cindy,
You are just as sweet as sweet tea! MWAH!!!
Tamika D. says
This looks divine with a CAPITAL D. Thanks for sharing. :0)
Jackie Garvin says
Tamika,
It really is a good soup. I just finished up the last bit for lunch a few days ago. I enjoyed every single bite! 🙂
Kendra Bailey Morris says
This recipe looks fantastic and perfect for all the cold weather headed our way (I’m in Virginia). I’m such a fan of anything with white beans, too 🙂
Kendra
Jackie Garvin says
Kendra,
It really is delicious. I will certainly make it again. 🙂