Hearty Rutabaga, Carrot, Parsnip and Sausage Soup

Name: Hearty Rutabaga, Carrot, Parsnip and Sausage Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 6 ounces smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 large onion, chopped; 3 small parsnips, peeled, diced; 1 medium rutabaga, peeled, diced; 1 large carrot, peeled, diced; 1 14 1/2-ounce can beef broth; 1 14 1/2-ounce can chicken broth; 1/4 cup half and half; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled; Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 ounces smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 large onion, chopped
3 small parsnips, peeled, diced
1 medium rutabaga, peeled, diced
1 large carrot, peeled, diced
1 14 1/2-ounce can beef broth
1 14 1/2-ounce can chicken broth
1/4 cup half and half
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
Salt and pepper

1
Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add sausage and saut&until brown on all sides, about 7 minutes.
3
Transfer to plate using slotted spoon.
4
Add onion to saucepan.
5
Reduce heat to medium and cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
6
Add parsnips, rutabaga and carrot and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Add broths.
8
Bring to boil.
9
Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes.
10
Pur&e soup in batches in processor.
11
Return to saucepan.
12
Mix in half and half and thyme.
13
Season with salt and pepper.
14
Add sausage.
15
(Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
16
Cover and chill.)
17
Heat through.
18
Ladle into bowls and serve.

230

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 6 ounces smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/2-inch dice, 1 large onion, chopped, 3 small parsnips, peeled, diced, and more.

Yes, Hearty Rutabaga, Carrot, Parsnip and Sausage Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!