Description
Savor the warmth of homemade Sausage and Vegetable Soup, a hearty dish perfect for chilly days. This comforting soup combines savory Italian sausage and vibrant vegetables, creating a delightful blend of flavors that nourish both body and soul. Easy to prepare, it’s an ideal meal for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Each spoonful is a step into comfort, making it a must-try recipe that will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes in juice
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Saut? diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Push the veggies to the side and add the sausage, cooking until browned all over, approximately 8 minutes. Break it into crumbles as it cooks.
- Stir in canned tomatoes with juice and vegetable broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Add thyme and bay leaf; let simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Finally, stir in spinach or kale until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg