Description
This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that combines savory Italian sausage, fresh vegetables, and tender Ditalini pasta in a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for chilly nights, this soup is packed with flavor and can be made in just 35 minutes. Enjoy a warm bowl of this delicious soup, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (turkey or chicken sausage as a pork alternative)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup Ditalini pasta
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage:
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into small crumbles, and cook until browned. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside. - Sauté the Vegetables:
In the same pot, add diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. - Add Broth and Herbs:
Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the oregano and basil. Bring the mixture to a boil. - Cook the Pasta:
Add the Ditalini pasta to the boiling broth. Cook for about 8 minutes, or until the pasta is tender but still firm. - Make it Creamy:
Lower the heat to medium. Stir in the cooked sausage, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the soup to thicken slightly. - Add Spinach:
Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts into the soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Serve and Garnish:
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy warm!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using spicy Italian sausage.
- You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg