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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe

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Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup. This hearty soup is a perfect blend of Italian sausage, Parmesan cheese, vegetables, and ditalini pasta in a creamy broth.

Ingredients

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Main Soup:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped

Garnish:

  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil and cook sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot, add Italian sausage, and cook until browned.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add vegetables: Stir in carrots and celery, cook until slightly tender.
  4. Simmer soup: Pour in chicken broth, tomatoes, pasta, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer until pasta is cooked.
  5. Add cream and cheese: Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
  6. Finish with spinach: Add spinach, cook until wilted.
  7. Adjust and serve: Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Notes

  • Substitute kale for spinach or ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • For extra creaminess, add an additional splash of cream before serving.

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