Description
Hearty Polish sausage soup delights taste buds with authentic Central European flavors. Rich broth and tender vegetables create a comforting meal you’ll savor until the last spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (1 lb) Italian sausage
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups chicken broth
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 14.5 ounces (411 grams) petite diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
Pasta and Seasonings:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) ditalini pasta
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a robust dutch oven, sizzle and fragment the sausage over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked, approximately 6-7 minutes. Eliminate surplus fatty residue.
- Incorporate diced onions, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper into the meat. Sauté for 2 minutes until onions become translucent. Introduce minced garlic and continue cooking for an additional 45-60 seconds.
- Pour in chopped tomatoes, savory broth, and uncooked pasta. Ensure liquid completely submerges pasta components. Bring mixture to vigorous boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-9 minutes until pasta reaches perfect al dente texture.
- Lower temperature to medium-low. Gently fold cream cheese and parmesan into the soup, stirring consistently until cheese dissolves completely and creates a luxurious, smooth consistency, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Transfer steaming soup into serving bowls. Garnish with freshly torn basil leaves for aromatic finish and vibrant presentation.
Notes
- Customize meat choices by substituting turkey sausage for a leaner protein option that still delivers incredible flavor.
- Enhance dairy-free requirements by using plant-based cream cheese alternatives and nutritional yeast instead of parmesan for similar creamy texture.
- Control sodium levels by selecting low-sodium broth and using less salt, perfect for those monitoring their salt intake.
- Boost vegetable content by adding spinach, kale, or zucchini during the pasta cooking stage for extra nutrition and color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg