momma's italian soup

(1 RATING)
40 Pinches
Dayton, OH
Updated on Jan 16, 2013

I love soup in the cold weather. This was my spin on several recipes I've read online that sound yummy. It turned out great!

prep time 30 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 to 8

Ingredients

  • 1 pound italian sausage, no casings
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sweet basil
  • 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
  • 1 medium red or orange pepper, diced
  • 2 small zucchini, chopped
  • 2 cans beef broth
  • 1 can vegetable broth
  • 1 can petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 can cannelini beans
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper
  • 1 - bay leaf

How To Make momma's italian soup

  • Step 1
    Brown Italian sausage with garlic, diced pepper, and diced onion. Drain and add to stock pot.
  • Step 2
    Add in basil, oregano, tomatoes, bay leaf, a good sprinkle of crushed red pepper, and vegetable stock. Bring to slow simmer.
  • Step 3
    Add chopped zucchini, cannelini beans, beef broth, and 2 cans of water. Let simmer until zucchini is tender.
  • Step 4
    Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

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