Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a comforting bowl of warmth that combines savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a rich creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make soup brings together wholesome ingredients like fresh spinach and garlic for a nutritious family favorite. Enjoy every spoonful of this heartwarming dish, ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage, breaking it apart until crumbly (5-7 minutes).
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach until wilted (about 1 minute).
- Remove from heat; sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg