Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup 🍲🧀
Rich, cozy, and packed with bold Italian flavor
Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is pure comfort in a bowl. Savory Italian sausage forms the hearty base, simmered gently with garlic, onions, and herbs in a flavorful chicken broth. A splash of cream and a generous handful of Parmesan turn the soup luxuriously rich without feeling heavy, while baby spinach adds a pop of color and freshness right at the end.
This soup is perfect for chilly evenings, busy weeknights, or whenever you’re craving something cozy but still satisfying. It comes together in about 30 minutes and tastes even better the next day, making it ideal for meal prep. Serve it with crusty bread, garlic toast, or enjoy it on its own for a warm, comforting meal.
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
- Brown the sausage
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove excess grease if needed. - Sauté aromatics
Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook for 3–4 minutes, until soft and translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant. - Build the soup base
Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes (with their juices). Add Italian seasoning, then bring the soup to a gentle simmer. - Make it creamy
Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Slowly add the Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. - Finish with spinach
Add baby spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes, just until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Serve
Ladle into bowls and serve hot, with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
Tips & Variations
- Extra heat: Use spicy Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes
- Thicker soup: Simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes
- Low-carb friendly: Skip bread and add extra spinach or sausage
- Make it richer: Add an extra ¼ cup Parmesan for deeper flavor
Storage
- Refrigerator: Up to 4 days
- Freezer: Up to 2 months (freeze before adding spinach for best texture)
This creamy sausage soup is bold, comforting, and endlessly spoonable—one of those recipes that becomes a family favorite fast 🤍