Description
Discover the comforting warmth of BEST Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup, a delightful one-pot meal that brings families together around the dinner table. This rich and savory soup features tender pieces of flavorful sausage, al dente ditalini pasta, and a hearty tomato broth that is both satisfying and nourishing. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this recipe invites customization—feel free to add your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your taste. With minimal cleanup required, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Enjoy every spoonful of this delightful dish that promises to become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken sausage, removed from casings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and crushed tomatoes, bringing it to a simmer.
- Add ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions until tender.
- Return cooked sausage to the pot. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 55mg