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Sausage Zucchini Soup

Savor the Cozy Flavors of Sausage Zucchini Soup

A warm and comforting Sausage Zucchini Soup perfect for autumn nights, featuring savory Italian sausage, fresh zucchini, and tart tomatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Mild or spicy
  • 2 medium Zucchini Sliced just before cooking
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) Diced Tomatoes Canned or fresh
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock Or vegetable stock
For the Pasta and Seasoning
  • 1 cup Dry Orzo Can substitute with other small pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 handful Fresh Basil
  • 1 handful Fresh Parsley
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Additions
  • splash Cream For richness
  • to taste Other Vegetables e.g., bell peppers or carrots

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, stirring occasionally for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add 1 pound of Italian sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Stir in 2 sliced zucchinis and 1 can of diced tomatoes. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock, stir, and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add 1 cup of dry orzo, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes until the orzo is tender.
  6. Stir in chopped basil and parsley, season with salt and pepper to taste. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chop and prepare vegetables a day in advance for easier cooking. Adjust the consistency of the soup with extra stock if necessary.

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