Description
This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish with tender pasta, savory sausage, and a creamy broth infused with Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs. Perfect for a comforting lunch or dinner, it’s a delicious one-pot meal!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 quarts chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add Italian sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned.
- Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.
- Cook Onion and Garlic:
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 2–3 minutes.
- Build the Soup Base:
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken stock, dried basil, and oregano to the pot.
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Pasta:
- Add ditalini pasta to the soup and cook until al dente, following package instructions.
- Finish with Cream and Parmesan:
- Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Pasta Options: Any small pasta shape like orzo or mini shells can be used as a substitute for ditalini.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Cook the pasta separately if you plan to make the soup in advance to avoid it becoming mushy.
- Sausage Options: Sweet or hot Italian sausage works well depending on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg