Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup
A comforting, rich soup blending Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and creamy goodness—perfect for weeknight dinners or gathering with family.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, depending on preference)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ cups ditalini pasta (uncooked)
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add Italian sausage, breaking it into pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned, then remove from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and undrained diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, allowing everything to meld for 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked ditalini pasta, ensuring it’s evenly distributed. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for another 10-12 minutes until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is cooked, reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream until smooth. Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and incorporated.
- Return cooked Italian sausage to the pot, mixing it into the soup. Heat through for another 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a simple green salad. Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels. Can replace Italian sausage with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option. To add more veggies, consider spinach or zucchini.