HEARTY MINESTRONE SOUP

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This fresh-tasting minestrone soup gets its zesty flavor from Italian sausage. When you want to use up your garden bounty of zucchini, try this recipe. If your family likes food extra spicy, use hot bulk Italian sausage instead. -Donna Smith, Fairport, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 cups sliced celery
1 cup chopped onion
6 cups chopped zucchini
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups chopped green pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the sausage until no longer pink. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towel to drain, reserving 1 tablespoon of drippings. Saute celery and onion in drippings for 5 minutes. Add sausage and remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 901mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Morris DuBose
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and filling. I always feel satisfied after eating it.


Basanta Upadhaya
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This is the best minestrone soup I've ever had. The broth is so flavorful and the vegetables are cooked perfectly.


Kallu Miya
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Servete Melisa Manaj
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and healthy. I always feel good after eating it.


Mondol Bikas
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This is my new favorite soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Jara Haq
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and hearty. I love the addition of the beans and pasta.


Babatunde From Africa
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This is the best minestrone soup I've ever had. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Immad Ali
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This soup is so hearty and filling. It's perfect for a cold winter day. I love the addition of the sausage, it really gives the soup a boost of flavor.


Zeeshan Yousuf
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. The vegetables are always cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I love adding a dollop of sour cream on top.


Olamilekan Ayomide
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Muhammad Atiq
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the addition of the Parmesan cheese rind, it gave the soup a really rich flavor.


Abdulah jutt
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This is my new favorite soup recipe! It's so hearty and filling, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I love the addition of the pesto, it really takes the soup to the next level.


favour bilo
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's a great way to clean out the fridge.


Sattara Sattarakishani
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I'm not a huge fan of minestrone soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of vegetables and beans was delicious, and the broth was so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dal Head
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This hearty minestrone soup was a hit with my family! The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful. I added a bit of extra garlic and oregano, and it was perfect.


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