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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup

This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a delightful comfort dish that combines savory flavors and creamy textures, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 562
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 14.5 ounce can petite diced tomatoes
  • 8 ounces pasta such as ditalini gluten-free for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or oregano
  • 1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
  • 4 ounces cream cheese warmed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream whipping cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped optional

Equipment

  • large saucepan

Method
 

  1. Cook the sausage and onion in a large saucepan until cooked, breaking the sausage apart as it cooks, before draining any excess grease.
  2. Add the garlic, fennel, and red pepper flakes, mix, and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
  3. Add the broth, tomatoes, pasta, and Italian seasoning, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the pasta is cooked, al-dente, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Add the parmesan, cream cheese, and cream, and let the cheeses melt into the soup, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mix in the parsley and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 562kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 26gFat: 43gSodium: 1111mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7g

Notes

Feel free to swap out the Italian sausage for turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter version. You can also add veggies like spinach or kale for extra nutrients.

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