Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish with rich flavors of Italian sausage and creamy parmesan, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage mild or spicy, as preferred
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Sauté Sausage:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics:
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add Broth and Potatoes:
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Add the diced potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Create Creamy Base:
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese, mixing well until the soup becomes creamy. Add dried basil, thyme, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper to taste.
Combine and Simmer:
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot and stir everything together. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 870mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 18g