Italian Sausage Soup II

PROS

This soup is hearty and filling, making it a perfect one-pot meal.

The Italian sausage adds a lot of flavor to the soup.

It is also a great way to get a lot of vegetables in one meal.

CONS

The soup is high in calories and fat due to the use of Italian sausage.

It also contains a moderate amount of sodium due to the use of canned tomatoes and chicken broth.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins thanks to the use of vegetables and kidney beans.
It also contains antioxidants from the dried herbs and canned tomatoes.

	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1 pound Italian sausage , casings removed
	1 1/2 cups chopped onion
	1 1/2 cups sliced carrots
	1 stalk celery with leaves , chopped
	1 tablespoon chopped garlic
	1 teaspoon dried basil
	1 teaspoon dried rosemary
	1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
	1/4 teaspoon dried sage
	1 can canned diced tomatoes
	5 cups chicken broth
	1 can kidney beans , drained
	1 cup uncooked pasta shells

1.	In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2.	Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through.
3.	Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, basil, rosemary, red pepper, and sage. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly softened.
4.	Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5.	Add the kidney beans and pasta shells and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through.
6.	Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Italian Sausage Soup II

A hearty and flavorful soup made with Italian sausage, vegetables, and pasta shells

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