Easy Sausage Pasta Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb. sausage, sliced into rounds
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 cups small pasta (such as ditalini or small shells)
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
2. Add the sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and pasta to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through.
4. Add the frozen vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are heated through.
5. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
6. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• This soup is a great way to use up leftover sausage.
• You can use any type of sausage you like in this soup, such as pork, turkey, or chicken.
• The soup can be easily customized to your tastes. Try adding different types of vegetables or different flavors of sausage.