Description
Easy Italian Sausage Soup is a comforting dish that warms the soul with every spoonful. This hearty soup blends savory Italian sausage, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices into a deliciously satisfying meal. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, it’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup small pasta shapes (cooked separately)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Crumble in the Italian sausage and brown for about 7-10 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add diced bell peppers and carrots; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Stir in fresh spinach or kale just before serving until wilted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg