Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 lb bulk spicy Italian sausage
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 6 ounces green beans, trimmed and cut in half
  • 1 small red pepper, chopped
  • 1 small tomato, chopped
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 inch piece of Parmesan rind ((optional))
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Set a large soup pan or dutch oven over medium heat and add the oil. Once hot, add the sausage and sauté, breaking up any clumps, until nicely browned.
  • Add the celery, onion, and garlic, and sauté 3 minutes, until the vegetables are beginning to soften. Then stir in the zucchini, green beans, red pepper, and tomato and sauté another 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the broth and tomato paste. Add the Parmesan rind. Bring to a simmer and cook 15 minutes. Fish out the parmesan rind, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve with grated Parmesan, if desired.