Sausage Vegetable Soup
This vibrant and hearty soup offers a delightful warmth, bursting with fresh vegetables and the robust flavor of spicy Italian sausage. A wholesome meal perfect for cozy evenings.
Equipment
- soup pot or Dutch oven
Ingredients
For the Soup Base:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds spicy Italian sausage bulk
- 1 stalk celery diced
- 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Vegetables:
- 1 medium zucchini chopped
- 6 ounces green beans trimmed and halved
- 1 small red bell pepper chopped
- 1 small tomato chopped
For the Broth:
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 inches Parmesan rind optional
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all the necessary ingredients.
For Soup Base:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the sausage, crumble it apart with a spoon, and cook until it's browned and fully cooked.
- Next, add the diced celery, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Sauté these for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften and emit a fragrant aroma.
For Vegetables:
- Introduce the chopped zucchini, green beans, red bell pepper, and tomato into the pot. Cook these together for another 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
For Broth:
- Add the beef broth and tomato paste to the mixture, and if desired, include the Parmesan rind. Bring to a gentle simmer and allow it to cook for about 15 minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Finally, remove the Parmesan rind, season the soup with salt and pepper according to your taste, and serve it warm. Optionally, garnish with some grated Parmesan for extra flavor.