Description
A rich and comforting creamy soup loaded with Italian sausage, vegetables, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
- Add the baby spinach and Italian seasoning. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
Notes
- Use spicy sausage for extra flavor.
- Can substitute kale for spinach.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently to avoid curdling the cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg