Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a rich, hearty, and comforting dish filled with savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a velvety parmesan-infused broth. Perfect for cozy meals, this easy recipe brings bold flavors with minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for a family dinner or a satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 carrots (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage – Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables – In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Simmer the Soup – Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add the browned sausage back into the pot.
- Cook the Pasta – Stir in ditalini pasta and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Add Cream & Cheese – Lower heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream and grated parmesan. Mix well until fully combined.
- Season & Serve – Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan if desired. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup