Description
Hearty sausage soup combines Italian-inspired flavors with comforting warmth. Rich broth, tender vegetables, and spicy sausage create a satisfying meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Italian sausage
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- ½ white onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (6 ounces / 170 grams) tomato paste
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) petite diced tomatoes
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 grams) fresh cracked black pepper
- ½ cup (113 grams) cream cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- ¼ cup (25 grams) Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Warm olive oil (30 milliliters or ) in a spacious skillet over moderate temperature, sautéing diced onions until translucent and tender.
- Introduce minced garlic and briefly cook for 45-60 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Incorporate Italian sausage, methodically crumbling the meat using a wooden spatula, cooking until the protein loses its rosy hue and develops a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Pour in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning blend, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, cream cheese, and chicken broth, thoroughly blending the ingredients into a harmonious mixture.
- Slowly stream heavy cream (120 milliliters or ) and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously to create a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Reduce heat and allow the soup to gently simmer, partially covered, for approximately 5 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent scorching and ensure even heat distribution.
- Remove from heat and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley and an additional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving hot.
Notes
- Customize this soup by swapping Italian sausage with chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter protein option.
- Freezing works best before adding cream, so portion and store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Enhance flavor depth by using fire-roasted diced tomatoes instead of regular canned tomatoes.
- Reduce sodium by selecting low-sodium chicken broth and monitoring salt quantities during cooking.
- Fresh herbs like basil or thyme can replace dried Italian seasoning for a more vibrant taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1,200mg
- Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg