Description

This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is the ultimate comfort food, blending hearty Italian sausage, tender pasta, fresh spinach, and a rich, cheesy broth. Perfect for cozy dinners or game-day gatherings, this creamy sausage soup recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

1 lb sweet Italian sausage
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups ditalini pasta
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

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Instructions

Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat. Once cooked, remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
Simmer: Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and stir in cream, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper.
Cook Pasta: Add ditalini pasta and simmer until al dente, about 8 minutes.
Add Greens and Meat: Return sausage to the pot and stir in spinach. Cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Finish with Cheese: Off heat, stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Notes

Lighter Version: Use half-and-half or whole milk instead of heavy cream.
Extra Creamy: Stir in mascarpone cheese with the Parmesan.
Add Veggies: Toss in diced carrots or bell peppers with the onion.
Reheating Tip: Add a splash of broth when reheating to loosen the soup.