Follow these steps for perfect results
Italian sausage
crumbled
olive oil
onion
chopped
garlic
minced
eggplant
peeled and diced
tomatoes
peeled and quartered
zucchini
diced
carrots
scraped and diced
celery
diced
beef stock
salt
sugar
dried basil leaves
dried oregano leaves
Burgundy wine
elbow macaroni
uncooked
black pepper
freshly ground
parmesan cheese
freshly grated
Brown the Italian sausage in a large Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring until it crumbles.
Drain the excess fat from the sausage.
Add the olive oil and chopped onion to the Dutch oven.
Cook over medium heat until the onion is tender.
Add the minced garlic and cook until tender.
Add the diced eggplant and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes.
Add the quartered tomatoes, beef stock, salt, sugar, dried basil leaves, and dried oregano leaves to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the Burgundy wine, uncooked elbow macaroni, and freshly ground black pepper.
Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pasta is done.
Ladle the soup into individual soup bowls.
Top each serving with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
Add a bay leaf for extra flavor.
Use fresh herbs instead of dried for a more vibrant taste.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Soup can be made 1-2 days ahead and refrigerated.
Ladle into bowls and garnish with a sprig of fresh basil.
Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Serve with a side salad.
Pairs well with the Italian flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Italian soups are often hearty and feature seasonal vegetables.
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