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Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup

This Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a cozy bowl of comfort—savory sausage, tender pasta, and a creamy tomato-Parmesan broth infused with Italian herbs. It’s hearty enough for a main course and perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Italian sausage sweet or spicy
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 quarts chicken stock about 8 cups
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta dry
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned.
  3. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
  4. Add diced onion and garlic to the pot, sautéing for 3–4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  5. Stir in the drained tomatoes, chicken stock, basil, and oregano.
  6. Return sausage to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/parmesan-italian-sausage-soup/

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • Spinach or kale can be added during the last few minutes of cooking for extra greens.
  • This soup thickens as it sits—add more stock if reheating leftovers.