Chicken Sausage Italian Soup

Mmmmm. Mmmmm. Good. 

1 lb ground organic Italian chicken sausage

3 fresh garlic cloves minced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion chopped

1 cup chopped carrots

1 cup chopped celery

1 zucchini diced

1 jar or can of diced tomatoes (no added salt)

4 cups bone broth or broth or chicken broth

3 tbsp fresh basil

1 tsp dried oregano

4 cups of fresh spinach or chopped fresh kale

Himalayan salt to taste 

Ricotta cheese for serving with desired

1. Heat oil in a large stock pot. Add chicken and brown slightly. Add garlic, carrots, onions, celery and zucchini. Cook all till sausage is completely brown and vegetables are tender. 

2. Add can of tomatoes, oregano and broth to meat and vegetables. Bring to a simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes covered. 

3. Add greens and fresh basil. Stir well and cook additional 5 minutes. Season with Himalayan salt and serve with a dollop of ricotta cheese if desired. 

Enjoy!