Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup
Dive into Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup, a creamy, comforting blend of Italian sausage, orzo, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a hearty meal!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (preferably turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter option) diced small
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 1 zucchini diced
- 5 cups chicken broth low-sodium
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz) salt added
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup orzo pasta uncooked
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cups spinach leaves fresh or frozen
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.1 tbsp olive oil, 1 lb Italian sausage
- In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and zucchini. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.1 medium onion, 2 medium carrots, 2 celery stalks, 1 zucchini, 3 garlic cloves
- Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and orzo pasta, along with the cooked sausage. Stir in the dried oregano, basil, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.5 cups chicken broth, 1 can diced tomatoes, 3/4 cup orzo pasta, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp dried basil, 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the soup is creamy and well combined.1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- Add the fresh spinach leaves to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.2 cups spinach leaves
- Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and a sprinkle of additional Parmesan cheese if desired.salt and pepper to taste
Video
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Notes
- Brown Sausage Well: Adds depth of flavor.
- Deglaze Pot: Use broth to lift flavorful bits.
- Stir Orzo Often: Prevents sticking.
- Simmer Longer: Enhances flavor before adding cream.
- Add Spinach Last: Keeps it fresh and vibrant.
- Use Fresh Parmesan: For best flavor and creaminess.
- Adjust Thickness: Add more broth if soup is too thick.
- Cook Orzo Separately: If storing leftovers to avoid mushiness.
- Add Lemon Juice: A splash brightens up flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 6servings | Calories: 506kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 865mg | Potassium: 711mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 4.914IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 3mg