Description
Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a cozy, creamy delight perfect for chilly nights or casual gatherings. Bursting with rich flavors from Italian sausage and a silky Parmesan broth, this hearty soup features tender ditalini pasta that makes it a filling choice for any meal. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal option for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With its comforting qualities and customizable ingredients, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 quarts chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Seasonings: dried basil, dried oregano, salt, pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add Italian sausage, breaking it apart until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in drained tomatoes, chicken stock, basil, oregano, and return the sausage to the pot. Simmer gently for about 10 minutes.
- Add ditalini pasta and cook until al dente (about 8–10 minutes).
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or kale into the mix. If you're looking for a lighter version, reduce the amount of heavy cream or substitute it with half-and-half.