Jackie's Sausage Soup

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Jackie’s Sausage Soup is hearty, flavorful, and easy to make.

It is a great way to incorporate vegetables and protein into your diet and is perfect for cold weather days.

It can also be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer for later use.

CONS

This soup is high in sodium due to the use of chicken broth and Parmesan cheese.

It may not be suitable for individuals on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is rich in protein, vegetables, and whole grains.
The spinach in the recipe is a good source of iron and fiber, while the tomatoes provide vitamin C and lycopene.
The use of whole wheat orzo pasta adds fiber and complex carbohydrates to the dish.

	6 links sweet Italian sausage
	1 green bell pepper , chopped
	1 onion , chopped
	2 teaspoons chopped garlic
	1 can whole peeled tomatoes with liquid , chopped
	1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
	2 teaspoons dried basil
	8 cups chicken broth
	1/2 pound dried orzo pasta
	1 package chopped frozen spinach , thawed and squeezed dry
	freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste

1.	In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium heat until browned, stirring occasionally.
2.	Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
3.	Stir in tomatoes with their liquid, parsley, and basil, breaking up the tomatoes with a wooden spoon.
4.	Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
5.	Stir in orzo and spinach, and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until orzo is tender.
6.	Serve soup hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste.

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