Description
Indulge in this comforting Hearty Italian Sausage Soup, brimming with rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb spicy or mild Italian sausage
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté the Base: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Brown the Sausage: Add crumbled Italian sausage to the pot. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, around 6-8 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in Broth and Tomatoes: Add canned tomatoes along with their juices and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Season It Up: Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and optional red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve It Hot: Let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes. Ladle into bowls and garnish each serving with fresh basil before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg