ITALIAN PEASANT SOUP

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My father shared this recipe with me, and I use it when I need a hearty, healthy meal. It's my sons' favorite. Loaded with sausage, chicken, beans and spinach, the quick soup is nice for special occasions, too. -Kim Knight Hamburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1 pound Italian sausage links, casings removed and cut into 1-inch slices
2 medium onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, chopped
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
6 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, cook sausage and onions over medium heat until no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Add chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink. , Stir in the beans, broth, tomatoes, basil and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add the spinach and heat just until wilted. Serve with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 471mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

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