Simple Bratwurst Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound bratwurst sausages
• 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
• 2 medium carrots (peeled & chopped)
• 3 sticks celery (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 large Russet potatoes (peeled & diced)
• Salt & pepper (to taste, see note)

Instructions

1. 1

   Add the olive oil to a soup pot or Dutch oven. Take the sausage meat out of the casings and crumble it into the pot. Cook it, over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the sausages start to brown/crisp up (about 8-10 minutes).

2. 2

   Spoon out the excess fat, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons in there.

3. 3

   Stir in the onions, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5 minutes or so.

4. 4

   Stir in the garlic and let it cook for about 30 seconds, then add the broth, water, and potatoes.

5. 5

   Increase the heat to high. Bring the soup to a boil, then cover the pot with the lid slightly open and reduce the heat so it's simmering. Cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes and veggies are tender.

6. 6

   Season with salt & pepper as needed.