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Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage

Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage
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If you’re seeking a comforting meal that warms the heart and satisfies the appetite, this Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage is a must-try. Packed with vibrant vegetables and zesty sausage, this hearty dish radiates warmth, making it perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with loved ones. Each bowl is rich in flavor and nutrition, especially when paired with tender gnocchi. The best part? It’s easy to prepare and can be customized based on your preferences! Get ready to enjoy a wholesome meal that brings everyone together.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (16 ounce) package gnocchi (optional)
  • Olive or avocado oil
  • 2 links spicy Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled
  • 2 leeks (white part only), washed, halved, and sliced thinly
  • 1 fennel bulb, quartered, core removed, and sliced thinly
  • 1 large parsnip, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
  • 1 rib celery, diced
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press
  • 1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained of juice and roughly chopped into large chunks
  • 1 (15 ounce) can navy beans, drained and rinsed
  • 6 cups chicken stock/broth
  • 1 cup chopped kale
  • 1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley
  • Squeeze of lemon (about 1 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. If you decide to include gnocchi in your soup, start by cooking them according to the package instructions. Keeping them warm will ensure they stay soft when added to your soup later.
  2. In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, drizzle about 2 tablespoons of oil. Once it's hot, crumble in the spicy Italian sausage. Brown it for a few minutes until it's nicely cooked. Then add in your leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery. Stir everything together while sprinkling in some salt and pepper along with Italian seasoning. Sauté until those lovely veggies soften up—this brings out their natural sweetness!
  3. Now it's time to stir in four cloves of garlic. As soon as it gets aromatic, add those chopped tomatoes along with rinsed navy beans. Pour in six cups of chicken stock/broth next.
  4. Cover your pot and let everything simmer for about 20 minutes. After that time is up, turn off the heat and stir in some chopped kale along with parsley and that lovely squeeze of lemon juice. Don’t forget to taste—it might need just a pinch more salt or pepper!
  5. In each bowl, add a small amount of cooked gnocchi then ladle over that hot soup. A drizzle of olive oil on top adds richness; feel free to sprinkle some parmesan cheese if you like! Now dig in and enjoy every comforting bite!

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