Jersey Sausage and Pepper Soup

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Brown the sausage: In a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil and brown the sausage. Use a slotted spoon to remove the sausage and set it aside on a plate.

Step 2

Sauté the vegetables: Pour off excess oil from the pan. Add the onions, red and green bell peppers, and garlic. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper, and cook until the vegetables are just softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Deglaze: Add the dry red wine and cook until the wine is almost completely evaporated.

Step 4

Simmer: Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with their juice, rinsed white beans, oregano, marjoram, crushed red pepper, and the reserved sausage back into the pan.

Step 5

Finish: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed, and serve.