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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup Recipe

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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a rich and hearty soup featuring flavorful Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a creamy broth enriched with Parmesan and cream cheese. Finished with fresh basil, this comforting soup is perfect for a satisfying dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Meat and Dairy

  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil

Pantry / Dry Goods

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounces) petite diced tomatoes
  • 8 ounces ditalini pasta

Instructions

  1. Brown the Sausage: Place the Italian sausage in a large Dutch oven or pot. Cook over medium heat, breaking it apart and crumbling as it cooks, until fully browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Sauté Onions and Seasonings: Add the diced onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot. Cook together for 1 to 2 minutes until the onions become softened and fragrant.
  3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  4. Add Liquids and Pasta: Pour in the petite diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, and add the ditalini pasta. Ensure the pasta is fully covered by the broth. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
  5. Cook Pasta: Boil the soup for about 8 minutes or until the pasta reaches al dente texture, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Add Cream Cheese and Parmesan: Reduce heat to medium and stir in the softened cream cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Continue cooking and stirring for about 5 minutes until the cream cheese has melted and the soup turns creamy and smooth.
  7. Finish and Serve: Remove from heat. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving to add a bright herbal note.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, use spicy Italian sausage.
  • You can substitute the ditalini pasta with small shells or elbow macaroni.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, let it simmer a few minutes longer until the desired consistency is reached.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely on the stovetop.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese provides the best flavor but pre-grated cheese can be used in a pinch.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/creamy-parmesan-italian-sausage-soup-recipe/