Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup
Delight in this creamy and hearty Italian sausage soup, richly flavored with parmesan cheese and a medley of savory ingredients. Perfect for a comforting meal ready in just 30 minutes!
Equipment
- large saucepan
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound Italian sausage casing removed
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1 14.5 ounce can petite diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces pasta like ditalini, gluten-free if needed
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, cook the Italian sausage and chopped onion until the sausage is browned. Ensure to break it apart while cooking. Drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic, fennel, and red pepper flakes to the pan and cook for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, pasta, and Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until pasta is al dente, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in grated parmesan, cream cheese, and heavy cream. Allow the cheese to melt into the soup for about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, mix in chopped parsley, and enjoy your warm bowl of soup!