Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Velvety Italian Sausage Parmesan Soup, a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. This creamy soup features savory Italian sausage blended with fresh vegetables and a rich Parmesan-infused broth, creating a delightful harmony of flavors that will satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes for flavor
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Set aside once browned.
- Sauté onion, carrot, and celery in the same pot until softened (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, cooked sausage, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese over low heat until creamy.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg