sausage soup
This hearty sausage soup is a perfect blend of flavors, featuring savory sausage, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful broth. It's a comforting dish that works great for any meal and is sure to please your family and friends.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot or Dutch oven
- 1 Stirring spoon
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage Ground or links, casings removed if links.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 bell pepper diced Any color.
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes With juices.
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- salt and pepper To taste.
- grated Parmesan cheese For serving (optional).
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme, oregano, and the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Just before serving, stir in the chopped spinach. Allow it to wilt for 2-3 minutes.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf and ladle the soup into bowls.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.
This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for longer storage. Reheat before serving.