Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a hearty, comforting soup made with Italian sausage, tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and plenty of Parmesan cheese. A creamy broth brings all the ingredients together, while Italian seasoning adds a familiar blend of herbs and savory flavor.
This soup comes together in one pot and makes an easy, satisfying meal for lunch or dinner. Use milk for a lighter soup or indulge with heavy cream for an especially rich and creamy bowl. Serve it hot with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage casing removed
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes 1 can
- 1 cup milk if you want to indulge heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cups spinach baby
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain off any excess fat, if necessary.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3–4 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring the soup to a simmer.
- Stir in the milk or heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the baby spinach and cook for about 2 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with crusty bread, if desired.
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