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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe
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Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a warm, hearty, and comforting dish combining rich Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a luscious Parmesan-infused creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make soup offers bold Italian flavors and a satisfying meal in a bowl, ready in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Optional Ingredients

  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Italian sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it into bite-sized pieces. This step builds the savory foundation for the soup.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Remove the cooked sausage and set aside. In the same pot, add diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes, adding layers of flavor to the soup base.
  3. Add broth and pasta: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Stir in the ditalini pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions, usually about 8 to 10 minutes. The pasta soaks up the broth flavors and makes the soup filling.
  4. Stir in cream and cheese: Reduce heat to low, then mix in the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the soup becomes creamy and smooth.
  5. Combine sausage and season: Return the browned sausage to the pot and stir to combine. Add salt, pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes or fresh herbs to taste. Let the soup simmer gently for a few minutes to blend all the flavors.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better flavor and smoother melting.
  • Don’t overcook the pasta; keep it al dente for best texture, especially when reheating.
  • Brown the sausage well to add extra texture and depth to the soup.
  • Simmer gently after adding cream to prevent the cream from separating and keep the texture silky.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes gradually to customize the spice level to your preference.

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Keywords: creamy soup, Italian sausage soup, Parmesan soup, ditalini soup, comforting soup, easy dinner soup

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