Description
Parmesan Pasta Soup with Sausage is a warm, comforting dish that combines creamy broth, tender pasta, and savory sausage. This delightful recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, bringing joy and laughter to your table. With vibrant colors and rich flavors, this soup promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy every spoonful while cozying up with family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (shells or ditalini)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and cook sliced sausage until browned.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Fold in spinach or kale; cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg