Zesty Italian Sausage and Tomato-Potato Soup

Zesty Italian Sausage and Tomato-Potato Soup ingredients

• 1 lb spicy Italian ground sausage
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 28 oz can canned diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1.5 lbs Russet potatoes
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

How to make Zesty Italian Sausage and Tomato-Potato Soup

1. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, brown 1 lb of spicy Italian ground sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat from the pot and set the cooked sausage aside.
2. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the same pot over medium heat. Add the chopped medium yellow onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has softened and turned translucent.
3. Mince 4 cloves of garlic and add them to the pot along with 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant, ensuring it does not burn.
4. Pour in one 28 oz can of undrained diced tomatoes, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 1 tsp dried basil. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
5. Peel and dice 1.5 lbs Russet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Add the diced potatoes and the cooked spicy Italian sausage back into the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
6. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Stir occasionally to prevent any ingredients from sticking to the bottom.
7. Stir in 1 cup frozen peas and continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the peas to heat through. Taste the soup and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, adjusting to your preference.
8. Ladle the zesty Italian sausage and tomato-potato soup into individual bowls. Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped basil before serving hot.

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