Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup
A rich and creamy soup featuring flavorful Italian sausage, Parmesan, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a comforting meal!
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Ladle
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 400 g Italian sausage sliced or crumbled
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup carrots sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the diced onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the sliced carrots and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes until the carrots are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Add the cornstarch slurry to thicken the soup slightly.
- Finally, stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, optionally topped with extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
This creamy soup pairs perfectly with crusty bread or garlic toast. Adjust spice levels to your preference!