Italian Sausage Bisque

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Thick and hearty italian soup that goes well topped with parmesan cheese and croutons. add a salad and it is a wonderful meal for a cold winter day.

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Steps

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Place water , beef boullion , onion flakes , stewed tomatoes , celery , italian seasoning , garlic powder , spaghetti sauce in a large sauce pot or soup pot.

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Bring to boil and simmer until celery is tender.

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Meanwhile , cook sausage , cut into slices and set aside.

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Add tomato paste and beans to soup base.

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With hand blender , puree most of the soup mixture until thick.

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Leave some chunks of tomato whole.

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Add sausage pieces , salt and pepper to taste.

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Serve with crusty bread , croutons and top with parmesan cheese.

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Ingredients

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italian-style stewed tomatoes, water, beef bouillon granules, celery ribs, dried onion flakes, italian seasoning, garlic powder, spaghetti sauce, great northern beans, tomato paste, italian sausages, salt, pepper