Creamy Italian Sausage & Spinach Soup with Ditalini : Cozy, One-Pot Comfort
This creamy Italian sausage and spinach soup is hearty, comforting, and full of rich, savory flavor. Made with tender ditalini pasta, fresh vegetables, and a swirl of cream and Parmesan, it’s a cozy one-pot meal that comes together easily for any night of the week. Use turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter twist that doesn’t skimp on taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 1x
Ingredients
1 lb Italian sausage (pork, turkey, or chicken)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup ditalini pasta
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned. Remove excess grease if needed.
Stir in onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes until veggies are softened.
Add chicken broth, oregano, basil, and uncooked ditalini pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
Fold in chopped spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 430
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 25g
- Protein: 24g