Description
Cozy Ditalini Soup with Creamy Parmesan and Italian Sausage is a comforting and hearty Italian-inspired dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Featuring tender Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, rich Parmesan cheese, and creamy heavy cream simmered together in a flavorful chicken broth, this soup offers a delightful balance of savory and creamy textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage, removed from casing
Pasta
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
Broth and Dairy
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks, for about 5 minutes until fully cooked and nicely browned.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the sausage, cooking for an additional 3 minutes until the onion softens and becomes fragrant.
- Add broth and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer to combine the flavors.
- Cook pasta: Stir in the ditalini pasta and cook until tender, approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add cream and cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper according to taste.
- Simmer and serve: Allow the soup to simmer gently for another 5 minutes to blend all the flavors. Serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- For a spicier version, use spicy Italian sausage or add crushed red pepper flakes.
- For a lower-fat option, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream or use a lighter sausage.
- You can add vegetables like spinach or kale in the last few minutes for extra nutrition.
- Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
