Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a rich, comforting one-pot meal packed with savory sausage, pasta, and a luxuriously creamy broth. Quick to prepare and full of flavor, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner solution when you need something hearty, cozy, and satisfying.
Ingredients
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450 g Italian sausage, casings removed
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1 onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, chopped
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1/2 tsp ground fennel (optional)
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1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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950 ml chicken broth
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1 (410 g) can petite diced tomatoes
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225 g pasta (such as ditalini; use gluten-free if desired)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning or oregano
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60 g parmesan cheese, grated
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115 g cream cheese (warmed)
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120 ml heavy cream
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
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In a large saucepan over medium heat, brown the sausage and diced onion until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
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Stir in the garlic, fennel, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
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Add chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir in the uncooked pasta and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 6–8 minutes.
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Stir in parmesan cheese, warmed cream cheese, and heavy cream. Simmer for 3–5 more minutes until the soup is creamy and smooth.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley before serving if desired.
Notes
Let cream cheese warm to room temp for easier blending.
Adjust spice level to your taste with or without red pepper flakes.
Substitute with other small pasta shapes like elbow or orzo.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze in portions without pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Plats
- Method: One-pot / Stovetoping
- Cuisine: Italian-American