Sausage Soup Bertucci'S Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage (preferably sweet or mild, casing removed for easier crumbling)
• Option: Use spicy Italian sausage if you prefer a bolder, zestier flavor profile
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup chopped kale or spinach (optional for added greens)
• 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste