Here’s a delicious, comforting recipe for Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup—perfect for cozy dinners 🍲🧀🌿
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup
Serves: 4–6
Prep time: 10 min | Cook time: 25–30 min
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups (1 L) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or a mix of basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley or extra Parmesan
Instructions
1. Cook the Sausage
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through (~5–7 min). Remove some excess fat if necessary.
2. Sauté the Vegetables
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot.
- Cook 4–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Add Broth and Pasta
- Pour in chicken broth and add Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Stir in ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions (~8–10 minutes) until tender.
4. Make it Creamy
- Lower heat to medium-low.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve
- Ladle soup into bowls.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Serve warm with crusty bread for dipping.
Tips & Variations
- Veggie boost: Add spinach, kale, or peas at the end for extra color and nutrition.
- Make it lighter: Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Spicy twist: Use hot Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes.
- Slow cooker version: Brown sausage and sauté veggies, then combine all ingredients (except pasta and cream) in slow cooker. Add pasta in the last 30 minutes and cream just before serving.
✅ Result:
A rich, creamy, comforting soup with savory Italian sausage, tender pasta, and cheesy goodness—perfect for chilly nights or a cozy family dinner.
If you want, I can also give a “one-pot quicker version” that uses minimal dishes and cooks in 20 minutes without losing creaminess.
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