Description
Turnip Greens Soup with Sausage and Pasta is a hearty, soul-warming dish combining peppery turnip greens, savory Italian sausage, and tender small pasta. Perfect for cozy meals and family gatherings, this one-pot soup offers a wholesome balance of flavors and textures that nourish and comfort all year round.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Greens
- 4 cups fresh turnip greens, washed and roughly chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Meat and Protein
- 8 oz Italian sausage, sliced into bite-size pieces (mild or spicy)
Broth and Liquids
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Pasta
- 1 cup small pasta such as ditalini or elbow macaroni
Seasonings and Garnishes
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, optional and to taste
- Parmesan cheese, grated, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash the turnip greens thoroughly to remove any grit, then chop them roughly. Slice the sausage into bite-size pieces, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and have your broth and pasta ready.
- Sauté Aromatics and Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent. Add the sausage pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, releasing their flavorful fats.
- Add Broth and Greens: Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Add the chopped turnip greens and cook for a few minutes until tender and wilted.
- Cook the Pasta: Stir in the small pasta and cook directly in the soup until al dente, allowing it to absorb the flavors of the broth and sausage.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. Serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use fresh turnip greens for best flavor and texture.
- Properly brown the sausage to enhance depth and caramelized flavor.
- Do not overcook the pasta; cook until just al dente to prevent mushiness.
- Season gradually to adjust salt and spice levels to your preference.
- Add extra broth or water if the soup gets too thick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: turnip greens soup, sausage soup, pasta soup, one-pot soup, comforting soup, Italian sausage soup, healthy greens soup
