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Harvest Italian Sausage and Vegetable Soup

Unforgettable Harvest Italian Sausage and Vegetable Soup Recipe

This Harvest Italian Sausage and Vegetable Soup is the perfect cozy meal that combines savory sausage and seasonal vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage mild or hot to suit your taste
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup Onions diced, fresh, sweet
  • 2 cups Carrots diced
  • 2 cups Celery diced
  • 1 cup Mushrooms sliced, cremini preferred
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Flavor Enhancers
  • 2 tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning or fresh herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
For the Broth and Vegetables
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 cups Red Potatoes diced
  • 2 cups Kale chopped, or spinach or Swiss chard
For the Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese optional
  • 6 slices Crusty Bread such as sourdough or baguette

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once it shimmers, add onions, carrots, celery, and mushrooms. Sauté for about 8 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add red potatoes, cover, and reduce heat to simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Stir in pre-cooked Italian sausage and kale. Simmer for an additional 3 minutes.
  5. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Adjust to your liking before serving.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese, and serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Watch the garlic closely while sautéing and customize the texture by mashing some potatoes if desired.

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