Hearty Italian Sausage and Pasta Soup

Warm yourself up with this hearty and flavorful Italian sausage and pasta soup. This comforting soup is filled with savory Italian sausage, tender pasta, vegetables, and aromatic herbs. It's the perfect dish for a cozy night in or to feed a hungry crowd.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 oz pasta, such as penne or rotini
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Directions

1. In a large pot, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
2. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pot and sauté until the vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the zucchini, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a simmer.
4. Add the pasta to the pot and cook until al dente, following the package instructions.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

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