Description
A hearty and flavorful Sausage & Garden Vegetable Soup recipe that combines the richness of Italian sausage with a variety of fresh vegetables in a savory broth. This comforting soup is perfect for chilly evenings or as a satisfying meal any time of the year.
Ingredients
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Soup:
- 1 lb. mild Italian sausage
- 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups celery, diced
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 can (28 ounces) fire-roasted tomatoes with juices
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 4 cups zucchini, half moons
Optional Toppings:
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, brown the Italian sausage with chopped onion. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Add celery, green pepper, red pepper, sugar, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, fire-roasted tomatoes, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Finish Soup: Add zucchini and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with shredded Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.
Notes
- This soup can be customized with your favorite vegetables or additional seasonings for extra flavor.
- For a spicier kick, use hot Italian sausage instead of mild.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1260mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
