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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup: Cozy Comfort Food

This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a warm and comforting dish that combines savory sausage, rich Parmesan, and tender pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage choose mild or spicy
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 large Onion or shallots for milder taste
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Carrot or parsnip
  • 1 stalk Celery can use bell pepper instead
For the Broth
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes about 14.5 ounces
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning or individual herbs like basil and oregano
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper or white pepper for milder flavor
For Creaminess and Texture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half/coconut milk
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano
  • 1 cup Ditalini Pasta or small shell pasta
For the Finish
  • to taste Fresh Parsley for garnish; chives as alternative

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 pound of Italian sausage, breaking apart. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned.
  3. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add 6 cups of chicken broth and 1 can of diced tomatoes. Stir in 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 10–15 minutes.
  6. Add 1 cup of ditalini pasta, stirring. Simmer for another 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
  7. Reduce heat to low, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
  8. Return the sausage to the pot, stir to combine, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve with crusty bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For meal prep, this soup keeps well, making it easy to enjoy leftovers all week long.

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