Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This rich and hearty soup combines savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and vibrant spinach in a luscious creamy broth, all topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish brings warmth and satisfaction to every bowl. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the delicious flavors for a truly delightful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 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
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces until fully cooked. Remove from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in the same pot for about 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the drained diced tomatoes and cooked sausage. Add ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes).
- Mix in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped spinach. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until spinach is wilted and the soup is creamy.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 426
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 76mg