“Hearty Sausage and Bacon Soup”

Ingredients:

• 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
• 6 strips of bacon, chopped
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook the Bacon and Sausage:
   • In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until it is crisp. Remove the bacon and set it aside on a paper towel to drain.
   • In the same pot, add the sliced sausage and brown it lightly. Remove the sausage and set aside with the bacon.
2. Sauté Vegetables:
   • In the remaining bacon fat, add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Simmer the Soup:
   • Return the bacon and sausage to the pot. Add the cubed potatoes, chicken broth, thyme, and parsley.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Season and Serve:
   • Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Enjoy your warm and hearty soup, perfect for a cold day! If you need another recipe or any other kind of help related to cooking or preparing ingredients, feel free to ask.