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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe

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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a hearty and comforting soup that combines the rich flavors of Italian sausage, Parmesan cheese, and spinach in a creamy broth. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for a cozy night in or for feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

Italian Sausage:

1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, depending on preference)

Olive Oil:

1 tbsp olive oil

Onion and Garlic:

1 small onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced

Chicken Broth:

4 cups chicken broth

Heavy Cream:

1 cup heavy cream

Diced Tomatoes:

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained

Pasta:

1 cup ditalini pasta (or small pasta of choice)

Spinach:

2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

Parmesan Cheese:

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)

Salt and Pepper:

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Parsley:

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces. Remove from pot and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until softened.
  3. Make the Broth: Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in drained tomatoes, cooked sausage, and pasta. Cook according to package instructions.
  4. Add the Cream and Spinach: Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and spinach. Simmer until spinach wilts and soup becomes creamy.
  5. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with Parmesan and parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • This soup can be easily customized by adding other vegetables like carrots or zucchini.
  • For a lighter version, you can use turkey sausage and low-fat cream.
  • Adjust the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.

Nutrition

Keywords: Italian Sausage Soup, Creamy Soup Recipe, Parmesan Cheese, Comfort Food