Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is one of those delightful dishes. Picture this: a chilly evening, the aroma of savory sausage and garlic wafting through the air, and a bubbling pot of creamy goodness on the stove. It’s the kind of meal that not only fills your belly but also warms your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, depending on your preference)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Brown the Italian sausage in olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until softened.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer, then stir in diced tomatoes and cooked sausage.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, then add chopped spinach and simmer until wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper, then serve garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth if watching salt intake.
- Store leftovers without pasta to prevent sogginess.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g