Sausage & Vegetable Stew

Ingredients:
1 lb smoked sausage or Italian sausage, sliced

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

3 carrots, sliced

2 celery stalks, chopped

2 potatoes, peeled and diced

1 zucchini, sliced

1 bell pepper, chopped

1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

4 cups chicken broth or water

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp dried thyme

Salt & pepper to taste

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:
Brown the Sausage:

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add sliced sausage and brown until slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.

Sauté Vegetables:

In the same pot, add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery.

Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.

Add Remaining Ingredients:

Stir in potatoes, bell pepper, zucchini, tomatoes, broth, and seasonings.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

Finish:

Return the sausage to the pot and simmer for 5–10 more minutes.

Adjust seasoning if needed.

Serve:

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Enjoy with crusty bread or over rice if desired.
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