Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup warms your soul!
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings, combining rich flavors of Italian sausage with a creamy broth and nutty Parmesan cheese.
- Author: Admin
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-55 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, depending on your preference)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- Brown the Italian sausage in a large pot over medium heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery; sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; stir in spinach until wilted and serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- For a thicker soup, blend a portion of it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup, Comfort Food, Hearty Soup, Italian Cuisine