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Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup

Cozy Up with Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup

A heartwarming Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup with a creamy texture, flavorful ingredients, and nostalgic memories.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage or turkey sausage for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Ditalini Pasta can be substituted with small shells or elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup Fresh Parmesan Cheese fresh-grated melts beautifully
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream swap for half-and-half for a lighter alternative
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock use homemade or low-sodium
  • 1 medium Onion sauté until soft and sweet
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced and sautéed until fragrant
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes drained to avoid watery soup
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil or fresh basil at serving for a brighter taste
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • to taste Salt essential for final seasoning
  • to taste Pepper essential for final seasoning
Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 cups Spinach or Kale add towards end of cooking
  • 1 can White Beans for extra protein
  • 1 cup Zucchini or Carrots seasonal additions

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving drippings behind.
  2. In the same pot, toss in the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Stir in the drained diced tomatoes, chicken stock, and dried basil and oregano. Return the browned sausage to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, or until al dente.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the broth is creamy, around 2-3 minutes.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper before serving hot, garnished with parsley and crunchy bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality Italian sausage for best flavor and consider cooking pasta separately if preparing in advance to maintain texture.

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