Submitted by: Ann H.
This is a tasty soup that I created for serving in my restaurant. Everyone loves it (as long as you don't tell them that it contains zucchini!). I love it because it is so simple to make. Served with warm crusty rolls, it's a meal in itself.
2 cups sliced celery
1 large can tomato sauce
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
2 green peppers, diced
2 tablespoons sugar
1 large zucchini, peeled and sliced thinly
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 tsp.crushed oregano
2 to 3 pounds mild Italian sausage
2 cans or 1 quart crushed tomatoes
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
small pasta (optional)
Break up the sausage and brown in a fry pan. Add the celery and cook for 10 minutes. Drain off the grease.
Put all the ingredients into a large pot and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. This could also be placed in the crockpot to simmer on low heat during the day while you are at work to be served for dinner. -----------------------------------------