Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty soup features spicy Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a velvety broth enriched with heavy cream and fresh Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, it’s a dish that wraps you in warmth and flavor with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups spinach or kale (or any greens)
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until golden brown.
- Crumble in the Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in ditalini pasta and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is tender.
- Slowly stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add spinach or kale along with seasonings; stir until greens wilt slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to add extra veggies like zucchini for nutrition. For a leaner option, substitute sausage with ground turkey or chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.