Creamy Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup

Here’s a rich, comforting recipe for Creamy Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup—hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy meal.

🥣 Creamy Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup

🛒 Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup ditalini pasta
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Brown the sausage
   In a large pot over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned. Break it into crumbles. Remove excess grease if needed.
2. Sauté aromatics
   Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Build the soup base
   Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes (with juice). Add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
4. Cook the pasta
   Add ditalini pasta and simmer for 8–10 minutes, until tender.
5. Make it creamy
   Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let it gently simmer (don’t boil).
6. Add greens
   Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
7. Taste & adjust
   Add more salt, pepper, or cheese if needed.

🍽️ Serving Tips:

• Serve with crusty bread or garlic toast
• Top with extra Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil
• Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness (optional but great!)

If you want, I can show variations—like a lighter version, slow cooker method, or a spicy restaurant-style twist.