Instructions

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  • dry split peas) Notes: 2 cups, , rinsed and soaked for 4-8 hours(or lentils, see note
  • Olive oil Notes: 1 tablespoon
  • mild Italian sausage Notes: 1 pound, , removed from casings if needed
  • hot Italian sausage Notes: 1 pound, , removed from casings if needed
  • large onion) Notes: 1, , diced (about 1 1/2 cup
  • ribs celery) Notes: 3, , diced (about 1 cup
  • medium carrots) Notes: 3, , diced (about 1 1/4 cup
  • large red bell pepper) Notes: 1, , diced (about 1 cup
  • garlic Notes: 6 cloves, , minced
  • sea salt Notes: 1 teaspoon
  • lemon pepper Notes: 1 teaspoon
  • dried Italian Herb Blend Notes: 1 tablespoon, , or 1 teaspoon each of dried thyme, basil, and oregano
  • medium zucchini Notes: 2, (about 8 inches long, large diced, about 3 cups)
  • chicken stock Notes: 12 cups, , or broth
  • piece Parmesan rind Notes: 1, , optional
    Optional
  • diced tomatoes Notes: 28 ounces, , undrained
  • Finely chopped fresh parsley Notes: 3 tablespoons, , or fresh basil
  • parmesan cheese Notes: for garnish when serving