Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup
This cozy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup is a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for a chilly evening. It’s packed with Italian sausage, ditalini pasta, and a rich parmesan broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the Italian sausage over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the olive oil, onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the ditalini pasta and cook according to package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use a combination of sweet and hot Italian sausage. You can also add other vegetables like spinach or zucchini during the last few minutes of cooking.