Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe
This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a comforting and rich dish, perfect for cozy evenings. Loaded with Italian sausage, vegetables, Parmesan cheese, and ditalini pasta in a creamy broth, this soup is bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Italian Sausage:
- Italian sausage forms the flavorful base of the soup—choose mild or spicy to suit your taste
Aromatics:
- Onion
- Carrots
- Celery
- Garlic
Seasonings:
- Italian seasoning
- Red pepper flakes
Broth:
- Chicken broth forms the hearty, savory body of the soup
Pasta:
- Ditalini pasta adds a satisfying bite and soaks up the delicious broth
Creamy Finish:
- Heavy cream
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables:
- Fresh spinach
Garnishes:
- Extra Parmesan
- Parsley
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Heat a large pot, cook Italian sausage until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add onion, carrots, celery; sauté until tender. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Add Broth: Pour in chicken broth, simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook Pasta: Add ditalini pasta, cook until tender.
- Finish Soup: Reduce heat, stir in cream and Parmesan until creamy. Add spinach, adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with Parmesan and parsley. Serve with bread.
Notes
- This soup thickens upon standing; add broth when reheating
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or a milk-cream mix
- Kale or Swiss chard can replace spinach if desired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
