Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe
This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a rich and comforting bowl of warm flavors combining savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a velvety Parmesan-infused broth. It’s a hearty yet light meal perfect for any day you want an elegant, satisfying soup made with simple ingredients and adaptable variations.
- Author: Kathy
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Contains gluten (can be made gluten-free by substituting gluten-free pasta)
Meat and Pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, crumbled)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta (uncooked)
Dairy
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Produce
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or basil), chopped
Liquids and Oils
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Seasonings
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Step 1: Sauté aromatics and brown sausage – Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add finely chopped onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent. Crumble in the Italian sausage, cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes, building the base flavor layer.
- Step 2: Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer – Pour in the chicken broth, stir to combine with sausage and aromatics. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing flavors to meld before adding pasta.
- Step 3: Cook ditalini pasta in the broth – Add uncooked ditalini pasta into the simmering broth. Stir occasionally and cook according to package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes, until pasta is tender but still slightly firm.
- Step 4: Stir in cream and Parmesan cheese – Lower heat and slowly pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly. Gradually add freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and soup turns creamy and smooth.
- Step 5: Finish with fresh herbs and seasoning – Season soup with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs such as parsley or basil. Stir well, remove from heat, and let rest a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Brown the sausage well to develop richer, more complex flavor.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and texture.
- Do not overcook the ditalini to maintain a pleasant bite and prevent mushiness.
- Simmer gently after adding cream; avoid boiling to prevent curdling.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasoning at the end for perfect balance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
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