Description
Hearty “Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup” delivers comfort in a bowl, blending robust Italian flavors with rich, satisfying textures. Spicy sausage and tender pasta invite warmth and indulgence for those craving a soul-soothing culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb italian sausage
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Vegetables:
- 1 onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 2 garlic cloves
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, then brown the Italian sausage, breaking it into crumbly pieces until fully cooked and golden.
- Add diced onions, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the pot, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until vegetables become fragrant and slightly softened.
- Sprinkle dried oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper into the mixture, stirring to distribute seasonings evenly across the vegetables and sausage.
- Pour chicken broth into the pot, add bay leaf, and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- Remove bay leaf and stir in ditalini pasta, cooking for 8-9 minutes until pasta reaches an al dente texture.
- Incorporate heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously to create a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Gently fold fresh spinach into the soup, allowing it to wilt and integrate for 1-2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed, then ladle the soup into serving bowls.
- Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- Customize sausage heat levels by selecting mild, medium, or spicy Italian sausage depending on personal preference.
- Remove sausage casings before browning to enhance meat texture and ensure even cooking throughout the soup.
- Opt for low-sodium chicken broth to control salt content and allow more precise seasoning control.
- Substitute dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream and nutritional yeast for lactose-intolerant or vegan dietary needs, maintaining similar creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg