Name: Italian Sausage Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound Italian sausage (beef, turkey, or chicken); 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion (chopped); 2 large carrots (chopped); 3 stalks celery (chopped); 1 large red bell pepper (chopped); 1 large green bell pepper (chopped); 2 medium zucchini (sliced); 6 cloves garlic (minced); ½ cup dry apple vinegar; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 cans tomato sauce; 1 can diced fire-roasted tomatoes; Dried Italian seasoning; Crushed red pepper flakes; 1½ cups dried small pasta; Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Description

Warm up with a bowl of hearty Italian Sausage Soup, a comforting blend of robust flavors and nutritious ingredients. This delightful soup is packed with colorful vegetables and small pasta, all simmered in a savory tomato-based broth infused with apple vinegar. Perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, this recipe offers a satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep options, this Italian Sausage Soup delivers on taste and nourishment, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 pound Italian sausage (beef, turkey, or chicken)
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion (chopped)
2 large carrots (chopped)
3 stalks celery (chopped)
1 large red bell pepper (chopped)
1 large green bell pepper (chopped)
2 medium zucchini (sliced)
6 cloves garlic (minced)
½ cup dry apple vinegar
6 cups chicken broth
2 cans tomato sauce
1 can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
Dried Italian seasoning
Crushed red pepper flakes
1½ cups dried small pasta
Fresh parsley (for garnish)

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Instructions

In a Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until no longer pink. Drain and set aside.
In the same pot, heat olive oil and sauté onions for about 4 minutes until soft.
Add carrots and celery; cook for another 4 minutes until tender.
Stir in red and green bell peppers and zucchini; cook until all vegetables are tender.
Add garlic and apple vinegar; bring to a boil.
Pour in chicken broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes; stir well.
Return cooked sausage to the pot, bring to a boil again, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
Add pasta and cook for another 10 minutes or until desired doneness.
Stir in chopped parsley and season with salt and black pepper before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 290
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 50mg