Description
Comforting parmesan italian sausage soup brings warmth straight from Italian kitchens with hearty ingredients that dance together deliciously. Rich flavors and smooth textures welcome you to savor each spoonful of this soul-satisfying culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Italian sausage, casing removed
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups baby spinach
Liquid and Seasoning Components:
- 4 cups (946 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces/411 grams) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup (100 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm a generously-sized cooking vessel with olive oil over medium-high temperature, allowing the surface to heat evenly.
- Introduce italian sausage to the pot, methodically crumbling the meat while it caramelizes to a rich golden brown, ensuring even cooking and releasing robust flavors.
- Drain any accumulated excess fat, preserving the foundational sausage essence in the pan.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions and freshly minced garlic, sautéing until the onions become translucent and fragrant, developing a soft, sweet undertone.
- Stream chicken broth and diced tomatoes into the mixture, allowing the liquid to reach a gentle, rolling simmer.
- Introduce heavy cream, creating a luxurious base, then fold in grated parmesan cheese and aromatic italian seasoning, stirring consistently to integrate all components smoothly.
- Reduce heat and let the soup gently simmer for approximately 10 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent ingredient separation and enhance flavor melding.
- Delicately fold fresh baby spinach into the soup, allowing the leaves to wilt and soften while releasing their vibrant green color and earthy notes.
- Taste and calibrate seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, adjusting to personal preference and balancing the soup’s complex flavor profile.
Notes
- Swap spicy Italian sausage for mild versions if you prefer less heat, ensuring everyone can enjoy the soup’s rich flavors.
- For a healthier twist, use turkey sausage or lean ground chicken to reduce fat content without compromising taste.
- If dairy is a concern, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or lactose-free alternatives to make the soup more dietary-friendly.
- Boost vegetable intake by adding extra greens like kale or Swiss chard alongside spinach for increased nutrition and texture variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg