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Italian Creamy Sausage Soup with Pasta and Fresh Basil

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This cozy Italian soup combines savory sausage with pasta in a creamy Parmesan broth. With diced tomatoes and fresh basil, it's ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something warming and filling.

Clare Greco
Updated on Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:26:38 GMT
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My Family's Favorite Creamy Sausage Soup

This cozy Italian sausage soup with parmesan and pasta has saved so many of my busy weeknights. The creamy broth loaded with Italian sausage pasta and tomatoes comes together in just 25 minutes but tastes like it simmered all day. My kids literally cheer when they smell this cooking. Nothing beats curling up with a big bowl of this soup especially on those chilly evenings when we all need some comfort food. I love how filling and flavorful it is without hours of work.

Pure Comfort Food Magic

The recipe started one cold winter night when I was craving something warm and creamy but didn't want to make a grocery store run. Now it's become our ultimate comfort meal. The way the cream cheese melts into that rich broth while the Italian sausage adds such amazing flavor gets me every time. Best part is everything goes in one pot so cleanup is super quick.

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What You Need

  • Italian Sausage: Spicy or mild whatever your family loves
  • Onion: Half a big one diced up small
  • Garlic: Fresh minced makes all the difference
  • Chicken Broth: The base of all that goodness
  • Petite Diced Tomatoes: One can balances the creaminess perfectly
  • Ditalini Pasta: These tiny tubes cook up so cute
  • Cream Cheese: Full fat gives the best texture
  • Parmesan Cheese: Fresh grated please no green can
  • Optional: Fresh herbs make it pretty

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What kind of Italian sausage should I use?

You can use either sweet or hot Italian sausage based on your taste. Remove the casings if using link sausage, or buy it ground for easier cooking.

→ Can I make this soup ahead of time?

The soup can be made ahead, but the pasta might absorb more liquid as it sits. When reheating, you may need to add more broth to reach desired consistency.

→ What can I substitute for ditalini pasta?

Any small pasta shape works well - try small shells, orzo, or small elbow macaroni. Just keep the cooking time similar to maintain the right texture.

→ How do I prevent the cream cheese from curdling?

Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened and cut into small cubes. Add it gradually while stirring constantly over medium heat, not high heat.

→ Can I freeze this soup?

Cream-based soups can separate when frozen. If you plan to freeze, make the soup without cream cheese and add it when reheating.

Italian Sausage Cream Soup

A warming Italian soup featuring crumbled sausage and pasta in a rich, creamy Parmesan broth. Quick to make and perfect for any night of the week.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 6 Servings (12 cups)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 1 lb Italian sausage.
02 1/2 cup onion, diced.
03 2 cloves garlic, minced.
04 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
05 1/2 teaspoon salt.
06 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
07 4 cups chicken broth.
08 1 can (14.5 oz) petite diced tomatoes.
09 8 oz ditalini pasta.
10 8 oz cream cheese, softened.
11 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated.
12 1/4 cup fresh basil.

Instructions

Step 01

Brown sausage in Dutch oven until cooked. Drain excess grease.

Step 02

Add onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook 1-2 minutes.

Step 03

Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.

Step 04

Pour in tomatoes, broth, and pasta. Make sure pasta is covered.

Step 05

Boil for 8 minutes until pasta is al dente.

Step 06

Reduce to medium heat.

Step 07

Add cream cheese and Parmesan. Cook for 5 minutes until cheese melts.

Step 08

Top with fresh basil and serve.

Notes

  1. Cook pasta just until al dente as it will continue cooking in the hot soup.
  2. Cube softened cream cheese for faster melting.

Tools You'll Need

  • Dutch oven.
  • Large pot.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (cream cheese, Parmesan).
  • Wheat (pasta).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 520
  • Total Fat: 32 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 35 g
  • Protein: 24 g