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Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage

Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage

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Warm up with a delightful bowl of Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage, a hearty dish that combines the rich flavors of fresh vegetables and savory sausage. This comforting soup is not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice levels to suit your taste. Each spoonful is packed with wholesome ingredients like kale, tomatoes, and navy beans, making it a nutritious option for dinner. Whether enjoyed on a chilly evening or as a meal prep staple, this soup promises to nourish both body and soul.

Ingredients

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  • Olive or avocado oil
  • 2 links spicy Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled
  • 2 leeks (white part only), washed, halved, and sliced thinly
  • 1 fennel bulb, quartered, core removed, and sliced thinly
  • 1 large parsnip, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
  • 1 rib celery, diced
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press
  • 1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained of juice and roughly chopped into large chunks
  • 1 (15 ounce) can navy beans, drained and rinsed
  • 6 cups chicken stock/broth
  • 1 cup chopped kale
  • 1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley
  • Squeeze of lemon (about 1 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add crumbled sausage and cook until browned.
  2. Stir in leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until vegetables are tender.
  3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in tomatoes and navy beans.
  4. Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.
  5. Stir in kale and lemon juice before serving.

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