Rustic Creamy Parmesan Sausage Soup
This hearty Rustic Creamy Parmesan Sausage Soup is packed with Italian sausage, Parmesan cheese, fresh spinach, and a creamy broth. Perfect comfort food for any night of the week!
Equipment
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 pound Italian sausage casing removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz can, with juices
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Heat through gently without boiling.
- Add baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
Make it spicy by using hot Italian sausage or adding red pepper flakes!