Description
Creamy Tuscan Sausage Soup is a hearty, soul-warming dish that combines rich Italian sausage with fresh spinach and vibrant tomatoes. This comforting soup, infused with aromatic garlic and a creamy broth, is perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it will quickly become a family favorite. Serve it with crusty bread for an authentic Italian experience that warms both the body and spirit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Crumble in the Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and diced tomatoes; sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream until fully combined. Add spinach and allow it to wilt for about 2 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional herbs as desired before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg