Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup Recipe
This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a luscious, creamy broth enriched with cream cheese and Parmesan. Perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs and fresh basil, this soup combines rich flavors and satisfying textures for a delicious meal any time of year.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Sausage and Vegetables
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Soup Base
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 ounces) petite diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces ditalini pasta
Cheese and Garnish
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Place the Italian sausage in a large dutch oven or pot. Brown and crumble the sausage over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease to keep the soup from becoming too oily.
- Sauté Vegetables and Seasoning: Add the diced onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the pot with the cooked sausage. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the onions start to soften and the seasonings become fragrant.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, allowing the garlic to release its aroma without burning.
- Add Liquids and Pasta: Pour in the petite diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, and ditalini pasta. Ensure the pasta is submerged in the broth. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then cook for about 8 minutes or until the pasta is al dente.
- Incorporate Cream Cheese and Parmesan: Reduce the heat to medium, then stir in the softened cream cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until the cream cheese has fully melted and the soup becomes creamy and smooth.
- Garnish and Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with fresh basil for a bright, herbal finish. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use mild or spicy Italian sausage based on your flavor preference.
- For a thicker soup, reduce the amount of chicken broth by 1 cup.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with dried basil if needed, but use less since dried herbs are more concentrated.
- Make sure to soften the cream cheese before adding to prevent lumps in the soup.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
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