Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup 🍲

There’s nothing like a warm bowl of creamy Italian sausage soup to comfort you on a chilly night. This recipe is rich, cheesy, and full of flavor — the perfect balance of savory sausage, tender spinach, and creamy Parmesan broth. It’s a cozy one-pot meal that will make your kitchen smell amazing!

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Brown the sausage:
   In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Sauté the aromatics:
   Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
3. Simmer the base:
   Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
4. Add cream and cheese:
   Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to let the flavors blend.
5. Add spinach:
   Toss in the baby spinach and cook just until wilted, about 2 minutes.
6. Season and serve:
   Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.

💡 Notes & Tips

• For a thicker soup, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in during the simmering stage.
• This soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or garlic toast.
• To make it even heartier, add cooked ditalini, orzo, or tortellini.

❤️ Why You’ll Love It

• One-pot, easy cleanup
• Ready in 30 minutes
• Creamy, cheesy, and packed with Italian flavor
• Perfect comfort food for any night of the week