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Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights, blending savory sausage and ditalini pasta in a creamy broth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with vegetable oil if necessary.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Turkey sausage can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots work well for a milder taste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced garlic is best.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Can use fresh in peak season.
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock Homemade stock is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Basil Substitute dried herbs if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Substitute dried herbs if needed.
  • 1 cup Ditalini Pasta Can be replaced with small shells or macaroni.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated cheese yields the best results.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Used as a garnish.

Equipment

  • large soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the Olive Oil. In a large soup pot, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Brown the Sausage. Add 1 pound of Italian sausage, breaking it into pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics. Remove sausage and sauté onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Combine the Ingredients. Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken stock, basil, and oregano. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Cook the Ditalini Pasta. Add 1 cup of ditalini pasta, cooking for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  6. Stir in the Cream and Cheese. Reduce heat to low, fold in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  7. Adjust Seasoning and Serve. Taste and adjust seasoning, serve hot garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, brown the sausage well and avoid overcooking the ditalini pasta to maintain its texture. Store leftovers separately.

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