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🥣 Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup Recipe 🧀

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This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is a warm and comforting dish loaded with savory sausage, tender vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth. It’s perfect for chilly days and is sure to become a family favorite!

📋 Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, depending on preference) 🌶️
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
  • 1 small onion, diced 🧅
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
  • 2 carrots, diced 🥕
  • 2 celery stalks, diced 🌿
  • 4 cups chicken broth 🍲
  • 1 cup heavy cream 🥛
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 🌿
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 🌶️
  • 2 cups baby spinach (or kale) 🥬
  • Salt and pepper to taste 🧂🌶️
  • Fresh parsley for garnish 🌿

📝 Instructions:

1. Cook the Sausage:

  1. Brown the sausage:
  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

2. Sauté the Vegetables:

  1. Cook the vegetables:
  • In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

3. Add the Broth:

  1. Pour in the broth:
  • Add the chicken broth to the pot along with the Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

4. Add the Cream and Cheese:

  1. Stir in the cream:
  • Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and cooked sausage. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.

5. Add the Greens:

  1. Add the spinach:
  • Stir in the baby spinach (or kale) and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

6. Serve:

  1. Garnish and serve:
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve with crusty bread or rolls.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 30 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 40 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4-6 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 450-500 kcal per serving

This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is rich, hearty, and loaded with flavor. Perfect for a cozy night in, it pairs beautifully with a warm loaf of bread! 🥣🍞🧀