SLOW-COOKER EASY ITALIAN SAUSAGE VEGETABLE SOUP

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Slow-Cooker Easy Italian Sausage Vegetable Soup image

Garbanzos, zucchini, Parmesan, tomatoes, sausage--this easy recipe turns to classic Italian flavorings to create a satisfying soup.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h45m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb. bulk Italian pork sausage
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 large baking potato, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 garlic clove, minced
2 (14-oz.) cans beef broth
1 (15-oz.) can garbanzo beans or Chickpeas, drained
1 (14.5-oz.) can pasta-style chunky tomatoes, undrained
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 bay leaf
1 cup julienne-cut (2x1/8x1/8-inch) zucchini
1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook sausage in large skillet until no longer pink, stirring frequently. Drain. In 3 1/2 or 4-quart slow cooker, combine cooked sausage and all remaining ingredients except zucchini and cheese; stir gently to mix.
  • Cover; cook on Low setting for 7 to 9 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, remove and discard bay leaf from soup. Gently stir in zucchini. Cover; cook an additional 30 minutes or until zucchini is tender.
  • To serve, ladle soup into individual bowls. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 1000 mg, Sugar 4 g

Saroj Kanxa
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the mild flavor and the fun shapes of the pasta.


Amina Idris
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I love that this soup is made with all fresh ingredients. It's so much more flavorful than soups made with canned vegetables.


Md Salimhasan
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some zucchini and mushrooms that I had on hand, and it turned out great.


Cleopatra Juniper
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I'm not a huge fan of celery, but I didn't even notice it in this soup. The flavors were all so well-balanced.


Rosy Quintanilla
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and forget about it until dinner is ready.


Jamiya Green
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Leon Gam1ng
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


Angel Skhosana
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the vegetables add a nice touch of sweetness.


LaL ZeB.1
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I'm not usually a fan of Italian sausage, but I really enjoyed it in this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very hearty.


Rana Aadel
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some kale and carrots that I had on hand, and it turned out great.


Emmah Fondo
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I loved this soup! It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious.


Fetah Grisholli
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are incredible and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lesley D
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I wasn't sure about the combination of Italian sausage and vegetables, but I was pleasantly surprised. This soup is hearty and flavorful, and it's sure to become a new favorite.


Zarif Abdul
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use frozen vegetables, which makes it a great option for busy weeknights.


Shahzaib Basharat
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a winner. It's hearty and flavorful, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Devin Stasiak
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and forget about it until dinner is ready.


Maria Galvan
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe.


zahid rizwan
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This soup was a hit with my family! The Italian sausage added a delicious flavor, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the kale, which gave the soup a nice hearty texture.