Preparation Steps: Zucchini Tomato Italian Sausage

Let’s break this down step by step so you can make this soup easily:

Prep Your Ingredients:
- Dice your onion and mince the garlic.
- Slice the zucchinis into half moons (cut them in half lengthwise, then slice into half-inch pieces).
- Chop the tomatoes (if using fresh) and get the rest of your ingredients measured out so they’re ready to go.
Cook the Italian Sausage:
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage (remove from the casing if using links) and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.
Sauté the Aromatics:
- In the same pot (leave the sausage drippings in there for flavor!), add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the Vegetables:
- Toss in the chopped zucchini and tomatoes (or canned diced tomatoes). Stir everything together and let it cook for about 3-4 minutes, just to allow the veggies to start softening.

Cooking Instructions:

Combine Everything:
- Return the browned sausage to the pot. Add 4 cups of chicken broth and season with dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Bring everything to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Simmer the Soup:
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, until the zucchini is tender but not mushy, and all the flavors have melded together.
Final Touches:
- Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

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