Minestrone Soup without clove greens

2 lbs Italian sausage 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion , peeled and diced 1/2 lb carrot , peeled and chopped into coins 2 small zucchini , halved and[...]

1/2 lb great northern bean (dry) 3 cups chicken stock 1/2 lb hot Italian sausage 2 stalks celery 1 cup carrot 4 ounces mushrooms 1 zucchini , small 1[...]

32 ounces canned white navy beans , drained 2 tablespoons olive oil 3/4 cup yellow onion , chopped 2 teaspoons garlic , chopped 3 celery ribs , thinly sliced[...]