"This is a delicious soup with smoky and lemony flavors, adapted from a Nick Stellino recipe. It is a little labor intensive, but worth it...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 onion, diced
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1 carrot, sliced
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1 celery rib, sliced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1/16 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained, reserve juices (or equivalent fresh)
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1/2 teaspoon sugar
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2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
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4 cups loosely packed day old bread, 1-inch dice (sourdough gives the best flavor)
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1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
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1 (15 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
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5 ounces low-fat smoked sausage, cubed (or any low fat sausage)
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fresh grated parmesan cheese
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chopped fresh Italian parsley