Name: Easy Italian Sausage Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 4 strips bacon (cut into small pieces); 1 pound mild Italian sausage; 1 small white onion (finely chopped); 1 cup carrots (finely chopped); 1 cup celery (finely chopped); 4 cloves garlic (finely chopped); 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 4 cups reduced sodium chicken stock; 2 cups turnips (peeled and cut into small bite size pieces); 3 cups fresh spinach

This Italian sausage soup recipe is a comforting and flavorful meal. It combines savory Italian sausage with crisp bacon and nutrient-rich kale for a satisfying dish.

⏱ Time: 45 min

👥 Servings: 4-6

📊 Level: Easy

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Easy Italian Sausage Soup Recipe

Italian sausage soup: make this hearty, flavorful soup packed with veggies and savory meats. Perfect for a cozy and satisfying meal any night.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Total Time 45

Servings: 6

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian-American

Calories: 410

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

4 strips bacon (cut into small pieces)
1 pound mild Italian sausage
1 small white onion (finely chopped)
1 cup carrots (finely chopped)
1 cup celery (finely chopped)
4 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
4 cups reduced sodium chicken stock
2 cups turnips (peeled and cut into small bite size pieces)
3 cups fresh spinach

Method

Heat a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook, stirring occasionally until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Drain half the bacon grease. Add the Italian Sausage to the pot, brown the meat, breaking it up. Once cooked, add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften.
Add the chicken stock and cubed turnips. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
Remove the lid, stir, and check if turnips are tender. If not, cook a few more minutes. Stir in spinach, one cup at a time, until wilted. Stir the bacon back into the soup, add salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately.

Notes

– For an extra kick, use hot Italian sausage instead of mild. Alternatively, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.
– Don’t overcrowd the pot when browning the sausage; work in batches if necessary to ensure it browns evenly and develops good flavor.
– This Italian sausage soup stores beautifully. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze in individual portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of chicken stock if needed to adjust consistency.

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.

Pro tips

For an extra kick, use hot Italian sausage instead of mild. Alternatively, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.
Don’t overcrowd the pot when browning the sausage; work in batches if necessary to ensure it browns evenly and develops good flavor.
This Italian sausage soup stores beautifully. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze in individual portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of chicken stock if needed to adjust consistency.

This simple Italian sausage soup delivers big on flavor and comfort. Give it a try this week and let its rich, savory notes warm your kitchen and your family. Enjoy!

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