Hearty and Creamy Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup
Indulge in a bowl of Hearty and Creamy Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup, a comforting dish perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings. This rich, flavorful soup combines tender vegetables and creamy goodness to create a delightful meal that promises to impress. With its simple preparation and versatile ingredients, you can customize it to suit your taste while enjoying the warmth and satisfaction it brings. Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty soup is also great for leftovers, allowing you to savor every last spoonful throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and brown the Italian sausage for about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the sausage and sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery in the same pot until soft.
- Add oregano and basil; cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and water; bring to a simmer.
- Return sausage to the pot; let simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Add ditalini pasta; cook until al dente (10-12 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach; cook until spinach wilts (3-4 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg