Zucchini Tomato Italian Sausage Soup
Once the zucchini is added to the pot, try to avoid overcooking. The squash should be just tender.
INGREDIENTS
· 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
· 1 pound Italian sweet sausage, removed from casings
· 2 cups onion, diced
· 1 cup celery, diced
· 1 cup carrots, diced
· 2 cups red bell pepper, diced (about one large pepper)
· 2 tablespoons fresh garlic, minced
· Pinch red pepper flakes
· ¼ cup tomato paste
· 5 fresh plum tomatoes, diced
· 2 pounds zucchini cut into bite-sized pieces
· 1 teaspoon kosher salt
· ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
· 2 quarts good quality vegetable broth
· 1 cup coarsely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
· A few Parmesan cheese rinds (optional but recommended)
· 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
· 1 tablespoon fresh oregano chopped
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