SAUSAGE BROCCOLI CHOWDER

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In New England we frequently have cool fall evenings that call for a dinner that warms you all over. This chowder does that. I must admit I don't care too much for the taste of broccoli, but I really like this chowder.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-16 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 to 3 medium carrots, finely chopped
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
9 ounces cheese tortellini, cooked and drained
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 quarts half-and-half cream
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Crumble sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat until no longer pink. Remove to paper towels to drain; set aside. In the same skillet, saute onion and mushrooms in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Set aside. , In a Dutch oven, cook broccoli and carrots in chicken broth until tender. Stir in sausage and mushroom mixture. Add the soup, tortellini, pepper, basil and thyme; heat through. Stir in cream and cheese; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 546mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Paul Paleolog
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This soup is perfect for a potluck or party. It is easy to make and can be served hot or cold.


Kamrudeen Islamiyyah
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This chowder is a great way to use up leftover sausage and broccoli. It is also a very affordable meal.


David Chika
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Shahzaib Zaibi
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I love this chowder! The sausage and broccoli are a great combination, and the cheese adds a creamy richness. I will definitely be making this again.


Randle Hite
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. The sausage and broccoli are a great combination, and the cheese adds a creamy richness. I will definitely be making this again.


Wa Maphumulo
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This chowder was a hit at my party! I made it for my friends and they all loved it. The sausage and broccoli are a great combination, and the cheese adds a creamy richness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


Koysor Ahmed
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Easy and delicious! I made this soup for my family and they loved it. The sausage and broccoli are a great combination, and the cheese adds a creamy richness. I will definitely be making this again.


shebi ji
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This soup was delicious! I made it for my friends and they all raved about it. The sausage and broccoli are a great combination, and the cheese adds a creamy richness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


Bijay Shah
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I made this chowder for my family and they loved it! The sausage and broccoli are a great combination, and the cheese adds a creamy richness. I will definitely be making this again.


SajaL Natua
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This sausage broccoli chowder is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The sausage and broccoli are a great combination, and the cheese adds a creamy richness. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.