Bratwurst Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 celery stalk, sliced
• 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 2 bratwurst sausages, sliced
• 1/2 cup parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion, garlic, thyme, smoked paprika and black pepper and cook, stirring often, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add carrots, celery and tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
4. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Add bratwurst and simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Bratwurst is a traditional German sausage that is usually made of pork, beef, or veal.
• This soup is a great way to use up any leftover bratwurst.
• This soup is a great source of protein.