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Italian Sausage and Ditalini Pasta Soup

A warm and comforting soup featuring Italian sausage, creamy broth, and ditalini pasta—perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Italian sausage Use mild or spicy based on preference.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta Can be substituted with other small pasta shapes.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Extra for garnish is recommended.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a boil.
  2. Stir in the ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. Reduce heat, and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.

Notes

Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days. It can be reheated on the stove or in the microwave. For extra flavor, consider adding more grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.