Description
This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a rich, comforting dish that's perfect for cooler nights. Made with Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and a creamy Parmesan broth, this soup is a satisfying meal on its own or served with crusty bread. It's an easy one-pot recipe that delivers bold flavors and takes less than an hour to prepare. Keywords: creamy sausage soup, Parmesan soup, Italian sausage soup, comforting soup recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until fully combined.
- Add spinach and cook for another 5 minutes, or until spinach wilts.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, you can add 1 tbsp of cornstarch mixed with water to the broth.
- Substitute kale for spinach if preferred.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg