Description
This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is hearty, cheesy, and comforting. Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a rich parmesan cream sauce make it perfect for weeknights or cool evenings at home.
Ingredients
1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups ditalini pasta
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Brown Italian sausage until fully cooked.
3. Add onions and garlic; sauté until softened.
4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
5. Add ditalini pasta; cook until al dente.
6. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
7. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
8. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or parsley.
Notes
Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter option.
Add spinach, peas, or zucchini for extra veggies.
Use low-sodium chicken broth if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 820
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 95
Keywords: italian sausage soup, creamy pasta soup, ditalini soup, parmesan soup, comfort food