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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup for Cozy Evenings

This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth can substitute with vegetable or beef broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with juices
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup heavy cream can substitute with half-and-half or whole milk
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
For the Hearty Fill
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta can substitute with small shells or elbow macaroni
For Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned and cooked through.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add 1 chopped yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the pot. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
  3. Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth and add 1 can of diced tomatoes. Stir in 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Add 1 cup of ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions, typically about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Finish the Soup: Lower heat, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 cups of fresh spinach. Heat for an additional 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  6. Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnishing with Parmesan cheese and olive oil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Freeze without pasta for up to 3 months.

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