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Slow Cooker Italian Summer Soup

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Italian-American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs ground Italian sausage
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 white onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2-3 small zucchinis, diced
  • 1 15.5 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces. Cook until mostly browned, then drain off excess grease.
  • Add the cooked sausage, chopped vegetables, diced tomatoes, beans, broth, and all seasonings to the slow cooker. Stir until everything is well combined.
  • Cover and cook on high for 4–5 hours or on low for 6–8 hours, until vegetables are tender.
  • Serve hot, topped with shredded parmesan cheese and extra red pepper flakes, if desired.

Notes

This soup is even better the next day! Serve with crusty bread or a green salad for a complete meal.
Keyword Easy Weeknight Dinner, Meal Prep
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