Description
Hearty, comforting, and loaded with flavor, this Sausage Minestrone Soup is a robust twist on the Italian classic. With savory Italian sausage, colorful veggies, beans, and pasta simmered in a rich tomato broth, this one-pot wonder is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Topped with fresh pesto and Parmesan, every spoonful is a warm, satisfying bite.
Ingredients
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16 ounces mild Italian sausage
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
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1 1/2 cups carrots, chopped
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1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
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2 tablespoons garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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1 (15-ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
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5 cups chicken broth
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1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
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1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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1 cup zucchini, chopped
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1 cup yellow squash, chopped
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1/2 cup dry ditalini pasta
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2 cups baby spinach
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Basil pesto, to garnish
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Grated Parmesan cheese, to garnish
Instructions
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In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until vegetables are slightly softened.
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Stir in the tomato paste, garlic, and oregano. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, cannellini beans, kidney beans, zucchini, and yellow squash. Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the ditalini pasta and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
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Stir in baby spinach until wilted.
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Serve hot, garnished with basil pesto and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit sausage and use vegetable broth.
You can substitute any small pasta like elbow macaroni or small shells if ditalini isn’t available.
This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: minestrone soup, sausage soup, Italian soup, hearty soup, one-pot meal