My Canadian Friend’s Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 pound turkey Italian sausages, casings removed
• 3 (15.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano
• 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
• 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion; cook and stir for about 5 minutes. Add the sausage, breaking into small pieces. Cook and stir for another 5 minutes, or until browned.

Stir in the beans, tomatoes with their juice and chicken broth. Season with rosemary and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, and cook for at least 10 minutes. Serve right away, or let it simmer for a while, stirring occasionally, until you are ready to eat.