Tomato Sausage Soup

Instructions

1. . Remove sausage from casings. Brown in a large pot over medium-high heat, breaking into crumbles, about 7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
2. . In the same pot with sausage drippings, add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, fennel seeds, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook 1 minute.
3. . Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Return sausage to pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
4. . Season with salt and pepper. For a slightly smoother soup, partially blend with an immersion blender.
5. . Ladle into bowls. Top with fresh basil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.