Spicy Kielbasa Soup

Drescription

A zesty soup made with sliced kielbasa, beans, and vegetables simmered in a mildly spicy broth. Hearty and satisfying with a slight kick, it’s an easy one-pot meal for cold evenings.

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound reduced-fat smoked turkey kielbasa, sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped 1 celery ribs with leaves, thinly sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans reduced sodium chicken broth
• 1 (15.5 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, cut up
• 1 small zucchini, sliced
• 1 medium carrot, shredded
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. In a nonstick skillet, cook kielbasa over medium heat until lightly browned. Add the onion, green pepper, celery and garlic. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until vegetable are tender. Transfer to a slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours.