Comforting Broccoli Soup

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 lb kielbasa or 1 lb smoked ham, in small chunks(I like to use Mr. Sausage from the Co-op's freezer section)

4 cloves garlic, chopped

1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans muir glen diced tomatoes, including juice

1 quart chicken broth

salt

pepper

1 bunch broccoli, stems peeled and chopped fine,florets chopped(about 1 1/4 lbs)

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

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