Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/2 cup ditalini pasta or large ringed pasta
  • 8 oz of sweet Italian sausage
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 28 ounce can of crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 (15-ounce) can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can of Dark Red Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed
  • Toppings: parmesan cheese (optional)

Instruction

  • Spray a large  Dutch oven with cooking spray. Heat to medium-high heat. Add sweet Italian turkey sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes,  drain excess fat and set aside.
  • Stir in garlic, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Whisk in chicken broth, crushed tomatoes,  basil, oregano, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Add in uncooked pasta and beans until heated through.
  • Serving size: 1 cup.