Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup
🍲🧄 This hearty, Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is the perfect cozy comfort food. Packed with savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and rich Parmesan creaminess, it’s a bowl of warmth that’s sure to please everyone at the table! 🧀🍂
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 🍽️
Calories 450 kcal
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, depending on preference)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup ditalini pasta (or small pasta of choice)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Make the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the diced tomatoes and the cooked sausage. Add the ditalini pasta and cook according to the pasta's package instructions (about 8-10 minutes).
Add the Cream and Spinach: Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and fresh spinach. Let the soup simmer for another 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted and the soup is creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal!