Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days and cozy gatherings. This rich soup features savory Italian chicken sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a velvety broth enriched with heavy cream and freshly grated parmesan cheese. Each bowlful warms the soul, making it an ideal dish to share with family and friends. Experience the delightful blend of flavors that turn an ordinary meal into a cherished memory.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian chicken sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add sliced Italian sausage to the pot and brown for about 6 minutes, breaking it into bite-sized pieces.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in ditalini pasta and cook until al dente (about 10 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Optionally add Italian herbs like basil or oregano.
- Serve topped with extra parmesan or fresh parsley, alongside crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg