Hot Italian Sausage & Veggie Soup

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Hot Italian Sausage & Veggie Soup Recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb Italian sausage , hot , thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 onion , medium , sweet , diced
1 shallot , thinly sliced
1 cup fingerling potato , diced
2 carrots , large , thinly sliced
1 zucchini , small , diced
15 ounces beef broth
14 ounces stewed tomatoes
5 ounces wine , dry , red
1 teaspoon sugar , white ( optional )
1/2 cup cavatappi pasta , uncooked
1 cup lima beans , rinsed & drained
1/4 cup arugula , rinsed
1/4 teaspoon oregano , dried
3 -4 basil leaves , finely sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt , sea , fine
1/4 teaspoon black pepper , freshly ground
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese , grated ( garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
493
Sugar
6g
Fat
26g
This hot Italian sausage and veggie soup is a filling, comforting and nutritious dish. The recipe makes good use of ingredients that are easily available in the market. The soup is loaded with the goodness of vegetables and the spiced sausage, which makes it rich and flavorful. It is a perfect and balanced meal option for those cold winter nights when the craving for some meaty soup kicks in.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2.Add the sliced Italian sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned.
3.Add garlic, onion, shallot and all the vegetables in and cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
4.Pour in beef broth, stewed tomatoes, red wine, and sugar. Mix well and bring to a boil.
5.Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes.
6.Add uncooked cavatappi pasta, lima beans, and arugula to the pot. Allow the pasta to cook for 8-10 minutes until tender but not mushy.
7.Stir in dried oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Serve hot and garnish with parmesan cheese.

PROS

This savory soup brings together all the best of Italian flavors in one bowl.

Loaded with veggies, protein, and healthy carbs, this soup is a complete meal by itself.

It’s hearty, warm and rich in taste.

CONS

Depending on the sausage used, this soup can be high in fat and calories.

Using too much salt can lead to high blood pressure and other health issues.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Soup is an excellent source of hydration and minerals.
The vegetables like zucchinis, carrots, and potatoes are loaded with vitamins and dietary fiber.
The lima beans are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.

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