Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This rich and inviting soup combines savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and fresh spinach in a velvety broth enhanced with creamy Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Each spoonful offers warmth and satisfaction, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion. Pair it with crusty bread or a refreshing salad to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion and garlic for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, then add drained tomatoes and cooked sausage back into the pot. Stir in ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes).
- Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and chopped spinach. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg