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Two bowls of minestrone soup in white bowls with Isernio's chicken sausage

Minestrone Soup with Chicken Sausage

Published on February 10, 2023 | By

Minestrone is a zippy, satisfying soup that is a family favorite. Simple, healthy, and fresh ingredients come together in a flash with great flavors thanks to Isernio’s Italian Chicken Sausage. 

This soup comes off like you spent all day cooking, but it takes only 20 minutes or so for it to all come together. Serve with warm bread, and be prepared to hear some “wow’s”!

Meal-prep alert! This healthy soup recipe makes a lot and will be enjoyed throughout the week for a warm meal on a chilly day.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound Isernio’s Mild Italian Chicken Sausage (mild or hot)
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 carrots, diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 sprig of fresh thyme, minced
  • 1 sprig fresh oregano, minced
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 8 cups chicken stock
  • 1 28-ounce can of whole tomatoes
  • 1 14-ounce can of cannellini or kidney beans, drained
  • 2 zucchini, diced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, minced
  • 3 cups small pasta of choice (macaroni, mini shells, small penne)
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  • To serve:
  • Fresh parmesan, optional

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large dutch oven over medium heat. Add sausage and brown, occasionally stirring to break into smaller pieces, approximately 5 minutes.
  2. Add onion, garlic, celery, carrots, and seasoning. Cook until softened, about 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the broth, tomatoes, and beans. Simmer over medium-low heat, covered, for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  4. Stir in zucchini and basil and simmer for 10 minutes or until the zucchini is cooked. Taste the soup and add more seasonings if needed.
  5. Meanwhile, cook pasta in a separate pot according to package instructions. Drain and set aside until ready to serve.
  6. It’s time to eat! Ladle soup into bowls, add ¼ - ½ cup of pasta to the bowls, and top with a sprinkle of fresh parmesan. Enjoy!
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