Description
A hearty and comforting Italian Sausage Soup that combines savory sausage, tender pasta, and a creamy tomato broth. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this soup features classic Italian flavors enhanced with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Oils
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Liquids and Canned Goods
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more if needed
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream, brought to room temperature
Pasta
- 8 ounces short pasta, such as casarecce pasta
Garnishes
- Fresh basil, for serving
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Crumble and cook the Italian sausage in a large soup pot set over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain the fat and remove the sausage using a large slotted spoon. Set aside in a bowl.
- Sauté Vegetables and Spices: Add olive oil to the same pot over medium heat. Cook the diced onion until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add Broth and Tomatoes: Increase heat to high, add chicken broth and diced tomatoes, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook the Pasta: Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 7-15 minutes depending on pasta type.
- Combine and Simmer: Reduce heat to low, stir in the cooked sausage and heavy cream, then simmer the soup for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and freshly grated parmesan cheese as desired and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Add extra chicken broth if you prefer a thinner soup consistency.
- You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
