Italian Minestra With Sausages

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Authentic Italian Minestra recipe with savory sausages
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb Italian sausage
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion , diced
1 small head savoy cabbage , cored , shredded
3 garlic cloves , minced
2 cups Simply Potatoes Diced Potatoes with Onion
1 carrot , diced
1 stalk celery , chopped
8 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil , minced
1 cup canned garbanzo beans , rinsed , drained
5 ounces Baby Spinach
1/2 cup grated romano cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
458
Sugar
7g
Fat
28g
Italian Minestra is a classic soup that originated in the mountainous regions of Italy. It is a hearty and savory soup made with Italian sausage, savoy cabbage, potatoes, carrots, celery, and garbanzo beans. The addition of sun-dried tomatoes and spinach gives it a boost of flavor and nutrition. This one-pot meal is a warming and fulfilling comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is a recipe that is passed down for generations, and you can taste its authenticity with every spoonful.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, cook Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned.
2.Add water to the pot and use a wooden spoon to scrape the browned bits off the bottom.
3.Remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.
4.Add olive oil to the pot and cook onions until translucent.
5.Add shredded savoy cabbage and garlic and cook until cabbage is wilted.
6.Stir in Simply Potatoes Diced Potatoes with Onion, carrot, and celery.
7.Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
8.Add sun-dried tomatoes and garbanzo beans to the pot.
9.Simmer for 20 minutes, then stir in the cooked sausage and baby spinach until wilted.
10.Serve with grated romano cheese on top.

PROS

This Minestra is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins.

The soup is hearty, savory, and perfect for a cold day.

CONS

The dish is high in sodium and fat, so those on a low-sodium or low-fat diet should consume it in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Italian sausage provides a good source of protein, while cabbage and spinach are low in calories and high in fiber and vitamins.
Garbanzo beans are an excellent source of fiber and minerals like iron, and sun-dried tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that may lower the risk of cancer and heart disease.

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