Description
Warm Italian Parmesan Sausage Soup brings hearty comfort through rich, layered flavors from traditional regional ingredients. Robust broth and tender sausage create a satisfying meal you will savor with each delicious spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Italian sausage, deboned
Pasta and Dairy:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) ditalini or elbow pasta
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) Parmesan cheese, shredded
Aromatics, Vegetables, and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces/411 grams) diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 quarts (1.9 liters) chicken stock
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, then crumble and brown sausage until fully cooked, ensuring no pink remains.
- Remove sausage from pan, leaving behind flavorful drippings. Sauté onions and garlic in the same pan until translucent and aromatic, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, chicken stock, and sprinkle dried basil and oregano. Gently stir to combine and reintroduce the cooked sausage to the mixture.
- Allow the soup to reach a gentle simmer, then carefully add pasta. Cook for 8-10 minutes until pasta reaches al dente consistency, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Reduce heat to low and slowly incorporate heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until cheese melts completely and creates a smooth, creamy texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
- Ladle hot soup into individual serving bowls, ensuring an even distribution of sausage, pasta, and broth.
Notes
- Choose spicy Italian sausage for an extra kick of flavor that elevates the entire soup’s taste profile.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of pre-packaged for a more vibrant, authentic cheese flavor that melts smoothly.
- Consider gluten-free pasta options like chickpea or rice pasta to make the recipe celiac-friendly without compromising texture.
- Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or milk to reduce calories while maintaining a creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg