Description
This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a luscious blend of cream and Parmesan cheese, all simmered with fresh vegetables and spinach for a flavorful meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients
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Main 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 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 dried oregano and dried basil. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook Pasta: Add the Ditalini pasta to the boiling broth. Cook for about 8 minutes, or until the pasta is tender but still firm.
- Combine and Simmer: 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 and Season: Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts into the soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy warm!
Notes
- For a leaner option, use turkey or chicken sausage instead of pork sausage.
- Ensure not to overcook the pasta to maintain a firm texture in the soup.
- You can substitute fresh spinach with kale or Swiss chard if preferred.
- If the soup is too thick, add extra chicken broth or water to adjust consistency.
- Parmesan cheese adds saltiness; adjust additional salt accordingly.
