Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a comforting and satisfying dish that brings together rich flavors and hearty ingredients, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or cozy gatherings. This delectable soup features a creamy broth infused with Parmesan cheese, balanced perfectly with the savory notes of Italian sausage. With its quick preparation time, this delightful recipe fits seamlessly into busy weeknights while still delivering a restaurant-quality experience at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken sausage (or turkey sausage)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 14.5 oz petite diced tomatoes
- 8 oz ditalini pasta
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the chicken sausage until cooked through, then drain excess grease.
- Add diced onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; sauté until the onion softens.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and ditalini pasta; bring to boil and cook until pasta is al dente.
- Reduce heat and mix in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg