Bean soup with minced meat and rapini

Ingredients:

• 570 g of ground Italian salsiccia with basil
• 2 tbsp. l. olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 large potato, peeled and cut into small cubes
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cans canned white beans, drained
• 4 cups broccoli raab with greens, chopped
• 2 liters of chicken broth
• Grated Parmesan or Romano cheese, for serving

Preparation:

1. Heat a medium soup pot over medium-high heat. Pour in the olive oil, add the sausage meat, and brown. Add the vegetables, bay leaf, and beans. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
2. Add the broccoli raab and let it wilt. Pour in bouillon Cover with a lid. Increase the heat and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Season to taste and serve with grated cheese on top.