ITALIAN CHICKEN SAUSAGE SOUP

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Bursting with fabulous Italian flavors, this hearty soup is sure to chase away winter's chills. Serve with some crusty rolls for a satisfying dinner.- Cheryl Ravesi, Milford, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked Italian chicken sausage links, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
2 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
8 ounces whole fresh mushrooms, quartered
1 cup water
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1/4 cup dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, cook sausage and onion in oil until sausage is browned. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the beans, tomatoes, zucchini, broth, mushrooms, water, pesto, wine, vinegar, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges