Delicious Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup
This comforting Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is perfect for chilly evenings, offering rich flavors and a velvety texture that warms your soul with every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Sausage: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart as it browns. Cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2. Sauté the Veggies: Add chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, approximately 5 minutes.
- 3. Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
- 4. Stir in Cream and Cheese: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring gently. Sprinkle in freshly grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- 5. Add Greens: Fold in spinach or kale just before serving until wilted—about 2 minutes.
- 6. Serve Up Your Masterpiece: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg