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Jessica

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup for Cozy Nights

A comforting and creamy soup made with Italian sausage, vegetables, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage mild or spicy, casings removed
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 medium carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-6 minutes.
  3. Stir in the oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy. Add the fresh spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream and use turkey sausage instead of pork sausage.
  • Add other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.

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