Sausage and Tomato Cream Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy), casings removed
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Sausage: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
2. Add Aromatics: Stir in the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
3. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Add Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes.
4. Stir in Cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the soup to heat through, but do not let it boil.
5. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley and optionally sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Enjoy your Sausage and Tomato Cream Soup!