Description
Warm up with this delicious Parmesan Pasta Soup with Sausage, a creamy, comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings. This one-pot meal features tender pasta, savory Italian sausage, and fresh greens, all enveloped in a rich, cheesy broth. It’s not just a recipe; it’s a heartwarming experience that brings family and friends together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup small pasta (ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant. Add crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in pasta and simmer until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Reduce heat and mix in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add chopped spinach or kale during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste. Stir well before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg