COUNTRY ITALIAN SOUP

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My mom gave me this recipe a few years back, and it quickly became a family favorite. It's very flavorful and hearty.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 large onion, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups water
2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1 bay leaf
2 medium zucchini, sliced

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the sausage, onion and celery until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add the water, potatoes, tomatoes, carrots and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in zucchini; simmer 8-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 876mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Usman Farooqi
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that I can throw everything in the pot and let it simmer away. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Sa Sa
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of odds and ends in my fridge, and this soup is a great way to use them up.


The Group
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I've never been a big fan of Italian sausage, but this soup changed my mind. The sausage is so flavorful and juicy, and it pairs perfectly with the vegetables and broth.


Latasha Harryman
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This soup is simply delicious! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the sausage and vegetables are cooked to perfection.


Celinedoris dandy
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the rich, flavorful broth and the tender vegetables.


Faith Mcguire
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This soup is hearty and filling, and it's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


James Brown
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I was a little hesitant to try this soup because I'm not a big fan of fennel, but I'm so glad I did! The fennel adds a subtle sweetness that really complements the other flavors in the soup.


Muhammad Iqran
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can throw everything in the pot and let it simmer away. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Tasnim Sadiya
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of Italian sausage, vegetables, and broth is simply delicious.


Kelvin Motsi
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This soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the sausage and vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again!