Description
Indulge in the warmth of Velvety Italian Sausage Parmesan Soup, a creamy delight that combines rich flavors and comforting textures. Perfectly seasoned sausage, aromatic vegetables, and a generous sprinkle of parmesan create a soul-satisfying dish ideal for cold evenings or gatherings with friends. This easy-to-make soup comes together in under an hour, ensuring you can enjoy restaurant-quality comfort food right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery; cook until tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Push veggies aside and add crumbled Italian sausage; brown completely while breaking it into chunks.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the pot.
- Add heavy cream along with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese until melted. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg