Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup Recipe
This hearty Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup combines savory Italian sausage with tender vegetables and ditalini pasta, finished with fresh spinach and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. It’s a comforting, easy-to-make soup perfect for beginners looking for a filling and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Meat & Oils
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, based on preference)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
Pantry Items
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Cheese & Garnish
- 1⁄2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Brown and cook through for about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: Drain any excess fat from the pot if needed. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until the vegetables soften, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Stir in the undrained diced tomatoes, chicken broth, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook Pasta: Once boiling, add the ditalini pasta. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook according to pasta package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until pasta is al dente.
- Add Spinach and Parmesan: During the last few minutes, stir in chopped spinach and grated Parmesan cheese. Allow the spinach to wilt and the cheese to melt fully, stirring until combined.
- Season and Serve: Taste and season with salt and black pepper to your preference. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead and reheats well; add extra broth when reheating if needed for consistency.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini or bell peppers for added flavor and nutrition.
- For a thicker soup, puree part of it and stir back into the pot.
- To make it vegetarian, substitute plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Keywords: Parmesan, Italian Sausage, Ditalini, Soup, Easy Soup, Comfort Food, Italian Soup, Sausage Soup
