ITALIAN COUNTRY SOUP

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This is a hearty soup with lots of flavor and pretty colors. Serve with freshly grated good quality Parmesan cheese and a crusty slice of bread....delicious and perfect for a cold winter's evening!

Provided by Leopard Apron

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 lb sweet Italian sausage, coarsely crumbled
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes (I use petite dice)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach
4 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons flat-leaf Italian parsley
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup small shell pasta

Steps:

  • In large pot, heat oil then butter over medium heat. Add onion, thyme, Italian seasoning and bay leaf. Meanwhile, while onion is cooking, in small skillet, brown crumbled Italian sausage and set aside.Cook until onion is translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant, add white wine and cook until liquid is nearly gone. Add browned sausage to onion mixture and cook for a few minutes to blend.
  • Add broth, tomatoes and frozen spinach. Bring to slow boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to break up spinach. Rinse and drain canned beans and add to pot. Add parsley, salt, pepper and pasta. Cook until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning as needed, ladle into soup bowls and garnish with cheese.
  • You can add a little more broth or water to adjust "soupiness" to your liking - I like mine more chunky!

Akram Abderrahmane
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This soup is a great way to celebrate the flavors of Italy.


Lourdes Ponce
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Robin Mia
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This soup is a great way to sneak vegetables into your kids' diet.


Nsikak Okon-Ben
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This soup is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Jaylen Mabry
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I love the creamy texture of this soup.


Estefani Ingles (Fani)
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Rai Faizul Hassan
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I added some cooked quinoa to this soup and it gave it a nice boost of protein.


Ahram Uddin Mondol Hira
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


freshkiller2223
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I'm not a big fan of soups, but this one is definitely an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Abdul basit Ali
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. You can easily double the recipe and freeze half for later.


Nimra Nimoo
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly!


GARM ANDAY
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Philomene Deugoue
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I love the fresh herbs in this soup. They really brighten up the flavor.


Steven Butler
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling.


Zar723 gumbs
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I love the versatility of this soup. I've made it with different types of vegetables and it's always delicious. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


izi king
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Abdul Gafaur
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, and I got rave reviews.


Dzam Ogba
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors were rich and complex, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I especially loved the addition of the pesto, which gave the soup a nice boost of flavor.


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