Description
A hearty and comforting soup featuring Italian beef sausage, creamy Parmesan sauce, and fresh vegetables. This recipe is quick to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian beef sausage, casings removed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the Italian beef sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 5-6 minutes until soft.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Gradually stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Stir in the chopped spinach until wilted.
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine when sautéing the sausage and vegetables.
- Fresh herbs like basil or thyme can be added at the end for brightness.
- To thicken the soup, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and stir it in before adding the cream.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Variations include adding other vegetables, pasta, or rice. A dairy-free option can be made by substituting coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: N/A