Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a delightful, comforting dish that warms both body and soul. With its rich and creamy broth enveloping tender ditalini pasta and flavorful Italian sausage, each bowl feels like a cozy hug. Aromatic garlic and onions blend seamlessly with fresh greens and zesty herbs, creating a heartwarming experience perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings. This easy-to-make soup can be on your table in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (bulk, spicy or mild)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Crumble in the Italian sausage, cooking until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth, bringing it to a gentle boil. Add ditalini pasta and simmer until al dente (about 10 minutes).
- Slowly stir in heavy cream and let it simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in spinach or kale along with dried herbs until greens wilt (about 1 minute).
- Mix in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg