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Jennifer Johnson

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Delights You!

A delicious and creamy soup featuring Italian sausage, ditalini pasta, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Italian sausage mild or spicy, based on preference
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 medium carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil and Italian sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Stir in the oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add the ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 22gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream and reduce the amount of sausage.
  • You can also add spinach or kale for extra greens.
  • For a vegetarian option, replace the sausage with mushrooms and use vegetable broth.

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