"I created this recipe about 12 years ago when I received ab abundance of fresh sweet corn from friends. The soup is easy to make and has always been a big hit with family and friends. I usually serve it with bread and a tossed salad...."
INGREDIENTS
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2-1/2 cups chopped onions
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1/2 cup each chopped green pepper, sweet red pepper and celery
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6 tablespoons butter
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1-1/2 pounds fully cooked smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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4 cans (15 ounces each) Italian-style tomato sauce
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3 packages (16 ounces each) frozen corn
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2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
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2 cups water
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3 bay leaves
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1-1/2 teaspoons each dried basil, oregano and thyme
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
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1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional