AWARD WINNING ZUCCHINI SOUP

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This is a family tradition when the zucchinis are ready. This soup has won first prize in our local county fair. It's not to strongly zucchini flavored, and has a fabulous italian flavor. I have NEVER found anyone who dislikes this soup, try it you'll see!!

Provided by spreadnjoy

Categories     Pork

Time 2h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2-2 lbs sweet Italian sausage
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
1 -2 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
2 -3 thin sliced unpeeled zucchini (you'll have to eyeball this one, because zucchini come in so many sizes!)
2 fresh minced garlic cloves
1 tablespoon chopped dried parsley
1 teaspoon dry basil
1 teaspoon dry oregano
1 -2 cup water

Steps:

  • Fry sausage in a soup pan, drain
  • Add all other ingerdients except water.
  • Add water in a cup at a time, I add 2 cups, then if after cooking the soup looks a bit thick, I add more.
  • Reduce heat and allow the soup to simmer 2-3 hours, or until the zucchini is tender and transparent.
  • Serve with a yummy crusty Italian bread, or garlic bread!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.9, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 51.1, Sodium 1732.5, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 9.6, Protein 33.5

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