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HEARTY ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND BEAN SOUP



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Easy, delicious, hearty Italian soup.

Provided by Survivor2015

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
½ cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
10 cups beef broth
3 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 (15.5 ounce) cans butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 ½ tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage, onion, and garlic in the hot skillet until sausage is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Add broth, black beans, butter beans, diced tomatoes, basil, and oregano; bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for at least 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.2 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 23.2 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 2295.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

HEARTY LENTIL AND SAUSAGE SOUP



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Lentil soup flavored with sausage and herbs. A good hearty soup for a cold winter day.

Provided by kristi79

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 4h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ pound bulk pork sausage
8 cups water
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) package dry lentils, rinsed
1 large onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 cup shredded carrot
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried basil
1 pinch dried rosemary
salt to taste
1 ½ cups diced cabbage

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Break sausage into chunks and put in the pot; cook and stir until completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Transfer cooked sausage to a slow cooker. Add water, chicken broth, tomatoes, lentils, onion, celery, carrot, and garlic. Season mixture with garlic powder, parsley, oregano, pepper, basil, rosemary, and salt.
  • Cook on Low until lentils are tender, about 4 hours.
  • Stir cabbage into the soup; continue cooking until the cabbage is softened, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 14.8 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 15.6 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 697.5 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

HEARTY ITALIAN SAUSAGE SOUP



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This is simple fare that the whole family will enjoy. I make this, or a close rendition, and freeze in batches for my toddler's lunches. But it's also a nice option for those times when you don't have a lot of time or headspace, but want to cook something from scratch that's satisfying and tastes like it cooked for ages.

Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound bulk mild Italian sausage
3 carrots, chopped
3 ribs celery, chopped
½ large red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 (14 ounce) can no-salt-added cannellini beans, undrained
2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
water to cover

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking apart with a wooden spoon. Stir in carrots, celery, and red onion; cook until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in beans with their liquid.
  • Add potatoes, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Pour in enough water to cover, about 1 1/2 cups. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender and soup thickens, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.3 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 20.5 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1131.5 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

JIMMY DEAN HEARTY SAUSAGE AND POTATO SOUP



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Make and share this Jimmy Dean Hearty Sausage and Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by happynana

Categories     Onions

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb jimmy dean hot and spicy sausage, cooked, crumbled and drained (recipe calls for regular flavor)
3 medium baking potatoes, baked, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon thyme (recipe calls for 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme)
2 cups milk (I used 2%)
1 cup half-and-half (recipes calls for 3 cups milk instead of 1 cup half and half)
3/4 cup parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onions; saute until tender.
  • Stir in flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Gradually stir in chicken broth; bring to a boil; stirring frequently, until thickened and smooth.
  • Stir in milk, cream, thyme, sausage and potatoes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in Parmesan Cheese. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591, Fat 43.4, SaturatedFat 20.5, Cholesterol 115.2, Sodium 1244.8, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.7, Protein 23.9

HEARTY CANNELLINI & SAUSAGE SOUP



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Is there anything better than a soup full of smoked sausage, creamy cannellini beans and hearty cabbage? I don't think so! -Pauline White, El Cajon, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces beef summer or smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4-1/2 cups vegetable broth
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups coarsely chopped Chinese or napa cabbage
3 green onions, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook and stir sausage over medium heat until lightly browned; drain. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 5-10 minutes or until cabbage is tender and flavors are blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 1672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

HEARTY CABBAGE-SAUSAGE SOUP



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From Derry, Pennsylvania, Nancy Allman shares this hearty autumn soup featuring smoked sausage. "It's perfect for hurried cooks," Nancy writes. "My mother made it when we had an abundance of cabbage from our garden."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups chicken broth
1 small cabbage, chopped (about 10 cups)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 pound smoked sausage, halved lengthwise and sliced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring broth, cabbage and onion to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until cabbage is tender. Add sausage; heat through. , In a bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Gradually add milk, stirring until smooth. Gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 1264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

HEARTY ITALIAN SAUSAGE SOUP



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My brother-in-law loved this soup. He said it was the best soup he had ever had. Best compliment I have ever had! I recently found this recipe on the back of a PREMIUM saltine cracker box.

Provided by Eileen Overturf

Categories     Other Soups

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb italian sausage, sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp olive oil
2 can(s) (14 oz. each) 25%-less-sodium chicken broth
1 c water
1 can(s) (15 oz.) cannellini beans, rinsed
1 can(s) (14.5 oz.) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 c rotini pasta, uncooked
1 1/2 c baby spinach leaves
1/2 c 2% milk shredded mozzarella cheese
saltine crackers
1 Tbsp oregano
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. COOK sausage, onions and garlic in oil in a large saucepan 10 min., stirring frequently.
  • 2. ADD next four ingredients and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Stir in Pasta; cook 8 min. or until tender. Remove from heat.
  • 3. STIR in spinach; cover. Let stand 5 min. Top with cheese. Serve with crackers.

HEARTY RUTABAGA, CARROT, PARSNIP AND SAUSAGE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Milk/Cream     High Fiber     Sausage     Carrot     Parsnip     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Rutabaga     Bon Appétit

Yield 2 servings; can be doubled or tripled

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 ounces smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 large onion, chopped
3 small parsnips, peeled, diced
1 medium rutabaga, peeled, diced
1 large carrot, peeled, diced
1 14 1/2-ounce can beef broth
1 14 1/2-ounce can chicken broth
1/4 cup half and half
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sausage and saut&until brown on all sides, about 7 minutes. Transfer to plate using slotted spoon. Add onion to saucepan. Reduce heat to medium and cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add parsnips, rutabaga and carrot and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broths. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Pur&e soup in batches in processor. Return to saucepan. Mix in half and half and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Add sausage. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.) Heat through. Ladle into bowls and serve.

HEARTY SAUSAGE SOUP



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My family loves a big bowl of soup like this one brimming with sausage and veggies. We have it with hot rolls on Christmas Day. -Barbara Tilghman, Bel Air, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h30m

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, sliced
4 cups coarsely chopped cabbage
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
6 medium carrots, thinly sliced
3 medium potatoes, cubed
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried savory
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown kielbasa in batches. Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender. Skim fat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 1137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

HEARTY SAUSAGE SOUP



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Provided by Gustav Niebuhr

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 3h30m

Yield 8 servings (about 4 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 13

18 links Italian sausages (mix hot, medium or mild, to taste)
3 10 1/2-ounce cans beef consomme
1 1/2 cups sliced carrots
1 onion, diced
1 1/2 15-ounce cans sliced beets, with juice
1 14 1/2-ounce can whole tomatoes, with juice
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 head cabbage, shredded
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 15-ounce can red kidney beans
Sour cream, for garnish
Chopped parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Slice the sausages into half-inch rounds. (Sausage can be cut more easily if partially frozen.) In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, brown the sausage well. Remove with a slotted spoon, and drain by shaking the pieces in a large brown paper bag.
  • In a large soup kettle (six quarts or larger), combine sausage, consomme, carrots, onion, beets with juice, tomatoes with juice, tomato paste, cabbage, garlic and cider vinegar. Break up tomatoes with a knife or spoon. Add water to just cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for two hours.
  • Add the kidney beans to the soup pot, and simmer for an additional hour. Serve garnished with a spoonful of sour cream and a sprinkling of parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1028, UnsaturatedFat 47 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 81 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 45 grams, SaturatedFat 29 grams, Sodium 2524 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

HEARTY SAUSAGE SOUP



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A winter favorite in our home, this hearty soup will warm you up on the coldest winter day. Serve with warm cornbread for a filling dinner.

Provided by Amber Robertson

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds bulk mild Italian sausage
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can tomato soup
1 cup water
2 (16 ounce) cans pork and beans
½ cup barbeque sauce
1 (16 ounce) garbanzo beans, drained
¾ cup instant white rice

Steps:

  • Cook and stir the sausage, onion, and bell pepper in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the sausage is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease.
  • Stir the tomato soup, water, pork and beans, barbeque sauce, and garbanzo beans into the sausage mixture; reduce heat to low and simmer another 15 minutes. Add the instant rice and continue cooking until the rice is tender, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648.4 calories, Carbohydrate 78.7 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 2186.9 mg, Sugar 23.7 g

HEARTY SAUSAGE SOUP II



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A meal all by itself.

Provided by Jaja's daughter

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (1 pound) package smoked sausage, chopped
2 onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
10 cups water
3 cups chopped cabbage
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 (15.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
4 beef bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 dash cayenne pepper
2 small zucchini, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (8 ounce) package thin egg noodles
grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat; cook the sausage, onions, bell pepper, and garlic in the hot oil until the onion is tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the water, cabbage, carrots, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef bouillon cubes, seasoned salt, thyme, and cayenne pepper to the stockpot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, place a cover on the stockpot, and cook the soup at a simmer for 45 minutes. Stir the zucchini and beans into the soup; cook another 10 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot with lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the egg noodles in boiling water until cooked yet firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain and stir into the soup. Ladle the soup into bowls, and top with Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 61.2 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 1950.5 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

SLOW COOKER-HEARTY CHICKEN SAUSAGE SOUP



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A hearty soup that is only 4 WW points. Just throw the ingredients in your slow cooker. What more can you want - a meal prepared when you get home. I usually have the bread machine set so the bread is done along with the soup when it is time to eat.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 7h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package gumbo frozen mixed vegetables
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast half, cut into 1 inch pieces
4 ounces turkey kielbasa, sliced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cajun-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
2 teaspoons salt-free extra-spicy seasoning
2 cups cooked long-grain rice, cooked without salt or fat

Steps:

  • Place first 6 ingredients in a 3 1/2 qt. electric slow cooker; stir well.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH 4 hrs. OR cover and cook on HIGH 1 hr. then reduce to LOW and cook 7 hrs.
  • Stir in cooked rice during last 30 min. of cooking time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.8, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 57, Sodium 627, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 4.7, Protein 25.5

HEARTY CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE GUMBO SOUP MY WAY



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Before you say anything, this is NOT an authentic version of gumbo, lol!! I came up with this very different recipe many, many years ago, and still love it to this day! It doesn't start with a roux, and doesn't have a thick sauce/base. It is more like a soup and just thick with all the ingredients. It also isn't super spicy, more...

Provided by Kelly Williams

Categories     Other Soups

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 22

12 cups chicken stock from stewed chicken
1 large stewing chicken
1 bay leaf
2 cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
3-4 unpeeled red potatoes, cubed bite-sized
1 small bag sweet baby carrots, sliced (or about 4 cups)
2 cups (or more if desired) fresh or frozen sliced okra
1 (28 oz.) can del monte stewed tomatoes, broken up with the juice
2 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste
1 (10 oz.) can corn with juice, i like white shoepeg corn
1 (8 oz. pkg.) fresh or (10 oz.) jar drained, sliced mushrooms
4 tbl. superior touch better than bouillon chicken base
1 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper
1/4 cup sugar (or to taste), optional but we love it
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tbl. real butter
1 (14 oz.) can chicken broth
1 lb. andouille sausage, sliced on the bias, precooked
2 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • 1. In large pot, stew chicken with bay leaf til done and tender. About an hour or so. Remove chicken from pot, cool, remove meat from carcass and cut into large bite-sized pieces. Put meat in bowl and cover, set aside or refrigerate til needed later. Measure out 10-12 cups of stock from chicken and pour into clean, large pot. Bring stock to a boil and add celery, onions, potatoes, carrots, okra and chicken bouillon base. Cook til tender. Add chicken and rest of ingredients, and simmer 10-15 minutes over low heat. Serve hot with homemade bread or cornbread for sopping!

HEARTY ITALIAN SAUSAGE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Lunch     Healthy

Yield 10 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb Italian sausage
1 chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp olive oil
2 14 oz cans of chicken broth
1 soup can of water
1 can (15oz) cannelloni beans, rinsed
1 can 14.5oz stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 cup rotini pasta, uncooked
1.5 cups baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook - sausage, onions and garlic in oil in saucepan 10 minutes, stirring frequently ADD - next 4 ingredients. Bring to boil. Stir in pasta, cook 8 min. or until tender. remove from heat. STIR IN - spinach and cover. Let stand 5 min., top with cheese and serve with crackers.

HEARTY ITALIAN SAUSAGE SOUP



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Enjoy a bowl of our Hearty Italian Sausage Soup in just 40 minutes! Cook up the meat, onions, garlic and more to put in your delicious sausage soup.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pkg. (13 oz.) OSCAR MAYER Natural Uncured Italian Style Herb Sausage, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (14 oz. each) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 cups water
1 can (15 oz.) cannellini beans, rinsed
1 can (14.5 oz.) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 cup rotini pasta, uncooked
2 cups tightly packed torn stemmed kale
2/3 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook sausage and onions in large skillet on medium heat 8 min. or until sausage is evenly browned, stirring frequently and adding garlic for the last minute.
  • Add broth, water, beans and tomatoes; mix well. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally. Add pasta; stir. Return to boil; simmer on medium-low heat 10 min. or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in kale; cover. Let stand 5 min. or until kale is slightly wilted. Serve topped with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 670 mg, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 11 g

HEARTY LENTIL AND SAUSAGE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Dinner

Yield 1 big ass pot

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound French green lentils (recommended: du Puy)
1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for serving
4 cups diced yellow onions (3 large)
4 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts only (2 leeks)
1 tablespoon minced garlic (2 large cloves)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups medium diced celery (8 stalks)
3 cups medium diced carrots (4 to 6 carrots)
3 quarts Homemade Chicken Stock, recipe follows, or canned broth
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 pound kielbasa, cut in 1/2 lengthwise and sliced 1/3-inch thick
2 tablespoons dry red wine or red wine vinegar
Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cover the lentils with boiling water and allow to sit for 15 minutes. Drain. In a large stockpot over medium heat, heat the olive oil and saute the onions, leeks, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and cumin for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are translucent and tender. Add the celery and carrots and saute for another 10 minutes. Add the chicken stock, tomato paste, and drained lentils, cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour, or until the lentils are cooked through and tender. Check the seasonings. Add the kielbasa and red wine and simmer until the kielbasa is hot. Serve drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with grated Parmesan.

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