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Creamy Italian Sausage Soup
Caroline

Creamy Italian Sausage Soup

A rich and comforting soup made with Italian sausage, fresh spinach, carrots, and celery simmered in a creamy chicken broth. Perfect for a cozy dinner on chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • cutting board and knife
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Crumble Italian sausage into the pot and brown for 8 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
  3. Stir in diced carrots, celery, and minced garlic; cook for 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Mix in heavy cream until combined.
  5. Add fresh spinach and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Ladle hot soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust sausage spiciness to your preference.
  • Stir in Parmesan gradually to prevent clumping.
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or Italian seasoning.