Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1/8 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup ditalini pasta
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese