Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe
🍲🧀 Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup: A Bowl Full of Comfort and Flavor 🇮🇹❄️Craving something cozy, rich, and soul-satisfying? This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup delivers all that and more! It’s the kind of dish that wraps you up like a warm blanket on a chilly night—hearty, creamy, and brimming with bold Italian flavors.Each spoonful is loaded with:🔥 Savory Italian sausage, browned to perfection🥕 A medley of fresh veggies like carrots, celery, and onions for balance and bite🍝 Tender Ditalini pasta, the ideal size for soaking up all that goodness🧄🧅 A creamy Parmesan-infused broth that’s both comforting and indulgentWhy You’ll Love It:🕒 Quick & Easy: Ready in just 35 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights❄️ Cozy Vibes: A warming bowl that’s perfect for cold weather🌿 Garnish Goals: Top it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and extra Parmesan for a restaurant-worthy finishServe it with crusty bread or garlic toast, and you’ve got a family-favorite dinner that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage turkey or chicken sausage as a pork alternative
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 medium carrots sliced
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup Ditalini pasta
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
Cook the Sausage:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into small crumbles, and cook until browned. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same pot, add diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Add Broth and Herbs:
- Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the oregano and basil. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Cook the Pasta:
- Add the Ditalini pasta to the boiling broth. Cook for about 8 minutes, or until the pasta is tender but still firm.
Make it Creamy:
- Lower the heat to medium. Stir in the cooked sausage, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the soup to thicken slightly.
Add Spinach:
- Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts into the soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve and Garnish:
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy warm!
Notes
For added flavor, consider using spicy Italian sausage.
You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.
You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.