Description
This one-pot creamy Parmesan Italian sausage soup combines savory sausage, tomatoes, and tender pasta in a rich broth, making it a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb mild Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with their juices
- 1 1/2 cups dry short pasta (e.g., ditalini, small shells, or elbow macaroni)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus 2 tbsp for garnish
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing the onion, mincing the garlic, grating the Parmesan, and chopping the parsley.
- Heat the olive oil in a 5-quart pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles.
- Transfer the browned sausage to a plate with a slotted spoon.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30-60 seconds.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper for about 20 seconds.
- Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Scrape the bottom of the pot to release browned sausage bits.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Stir in the dry short pasta and reduce heat to simmer, cooking uncovered for 8-10 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, return the sausage to the pot, and stir in the heavy cream, heating gently for 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the Parmesan gradually while stirring, and continue cooking on low for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Garnish the soup with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage and increase red pepper flakes. Can also stir in greens like baby spinach for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Soup, Italian Sausage, One-Pot Meal, Pasta Soup