Creamy Italian Sausage Soup
When the weather turns chilly, or you're just craving something deeply satisfying and full of flavor, there's nothing quite like a hearty bowl of soup. And let me tell you, this Creamy Italian Sausage Soup is more than just a soup; it's a warm hug in a bowl, a meal that brings comfort with every spoonful.
This recipe is packed with savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, fresh spinach, and a rich, creamy broth that will have everyone asking for seconds. It’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal with family and friends.
This one is found https://www.closetcooking.com and adjusted slightly. It is so comforting and the leftovers turn into more of a pasta because of how much the ditalini noodles suck up that broth. If you want, you can add more broth the next day to keep that soup like feel, but either way it is delicious!
Creamy Italian Sausage Soup
Serving size: 8
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel (optional)
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 lb ditalini pasta
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp sliced basil (if you have it, if not, omit)
- salt, pepper, and parsley to taste
Instructions
- Cook the sausage and onion in a large saucepan until cooked, breaking the sausage apart as it cooks, before draining any excess grease.
- Add the garlic, fennel, and Italian seasoning- mix, and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
- Add the broth and tomatoes, bring to a boil, and then add pasta and cook according to the package.
- Add the chopped spinach and let cook for a few minutes. Add in the parmesan, cream cheese, and cream, and let the cheeses melt into the soup, for about 3-5 minutes.
- Add in the sliced basil, and season with salt and pepper to taste, mix in the parsley and enjoy!
