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This hearty Italian sausage soup combines flavorful sausage, pasta, and fire-roasted tomatoes in a rich broth enhanced with fresh herbs.
Essential Ingredients:
- Italian sausage: Mild or spicy
- Fire-roasted tomatoes: Adds depth
- Rotini pasta: Cooks in broth
- Fresh basil: Brightens flavor
- Quality beef broth: Creates base
- Fresh garlic: Essential flavor
- Bell pepper: Adds color and texture
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Detailed Instructions:
- Brown Sausage
- Remove from casings
- Cook with onions until golden
- Drain excess fat
- Add garlic
- Build Broth
- Add tomatoes and broth
- Stir in seasonings
- Add bell pepper
- Bring to boil
- Cook Pasta
- Add directly to soup
- Simmer until al dente
- Stir occasionally
- Watch liquid level
- Finish Soup
- Add fresh basil
- Adjust seasoning
- Serve hot
- Top with Parmesan
Storage Tips:
Keep 3-4 days refrigerated. For leftovers, store pasta separately.
Perfect Pairings:
Serve with garlic bread and Caesar salad.
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Chef's Tips:
- Quality sausage matters
- Check seasoning at end
- Don't overcook pasta
- Add broth if needed
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What sausage works best?
- Mild or hot Italian sausage, remove from casings if needed.
- → Why cook pasta separately?
- Prevents pasta from getting mushy in leftovers.
- → Can I freeze it?
- Yes, without pasta. Add fresh pasta when reheating.
- → What pasta shape?
- Short pasta like rotini or fusilli works best.
- → How to make it thicker?
- Simmer longer uncovered or add tomato paste.