Description
A hearty and comforting sausage and vegetable soup packed with nutritious vegetables and flavorful sausage, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in carrots, celery, zucchini, and bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in chopped kale or spinach and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier soup, use hot Italian sausage.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Great served with crusty bread or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg