Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil, (divided)
  • 12 oz. smoked turkey kielbasa sausage (quartered through the length then sliced)
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion ((1 medium))
  • 1 cup diced carrots ((2 medium))
  • 1 cup diced celery ((2 stalks))
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow bell pepper ((1 medium))
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic ((4 cloves))
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups 1/2-inch diced russet or red potatoes ((peel if using russet))
  • 1 Tbsp dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup diced zucchini ((1 small))
  • 2 cups chopped spinach
  • 2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley
  • Finely shredded parmesan, (for serving (optional))

Instruction

  • Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add in sausage and let brown about 2 minutes then toss and let cook 2 minutes longer. Transfer to a plate while leaving remaining oil in pan (should be about 1 Tbsp).
  • Add another 1 Tbsp olive oil, then add onions, carrots and celery. Saute 3 minutes. 
  • Add bell pepper and garlic and saute 2 minutes longer.
  • Pour in broth, tomatoes, potatoes, Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir in sausage. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in zucchini and cook 10 minutes longer, or until veggies are tender. 
  • Stir in spinach and parsley and let warm through. Serve warm with parmesan cheese if desired.
  • Recipe source: Cooking Classy