I absolutely love anything that is soup based. Maybe because it gives you a total feeling of comfort. Just like you’re getting a big ole hug from a close family member. Italian sausage really has a very unique flavor when paired with the tomatoe bases and spices. It gives the soup a better, richer flavor. Johnsonville has several different types of italian sausages to choose from – sweet, mild and spicy.  This recipe is a nice hearty soup. Not only does it have sausages but potatoes, peppers and red onions.

It’s a good cold weather soup or if you have a large family that you’re trying to feed and need it to stretch. In addition, soups are always just what you need when you’re getting nursed back to good health. I always tend to make extra for leftovers because when you’re feeding 3 or more people, cooking three times a day may not be feasible. I normally purchase a large pack of Johnsonville sausages from Sam’s and divide it into portions and place them in freezer bags for storage. Go ahead.. give it a try. Your family will love you for it. 

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Savory Italian Sausage and Vegetables

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 55 minutes

Servings 4

Ingredients

• 4 Italian sausage links sliced
• 1 can stewed tomatoes 14.5oz
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium red onion diced
• 1 can of chicken broth 14.5oz
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup of water
• 4 medium red potatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 packet sazon
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Fresh ground pepper and salt to taste

Instructions

1. Spray large pan with canola cooking spray and cook sausages over medium heat for 10 minutes. Add onions, bell peppers, salt, pepper, sazon, and garlic powder. Sauté until tender approximately 4 minutes. Stir in the potatoes and cook an additional 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, broth, water, tomato paste and bay leaf. Cook on low-medium heat for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.