I discovered this Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup in my quest for the perfect comfort food after countless hours experimenting in my kitchen on cold winter afternoons. The magic happens when the savory Italian sausage meets the tender pasta and silky broth creating something that takes me right back to my grandmother’s cozy kitchen in northern Italy. Each spoonful carries an orchestra of flavors from the rich perfectly seasoned sausage to that velvety finish of aged Parmesan and cream. Something truly special happens when these simple ingredients come together in this pot of pure comfort that fills our home with the most incredible aroma. This recipe has become my family’s most requested dinner especially when the weather turns chilly and we’re craving something that warms both body and soul.
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage, deboned
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 quarts chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp each dried basil, oregano
- To taste: Salt and pepper
- For garnish: Fresh parsley
👩🍳 How to Make Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Ditalini Soup
- Brown Sausage: Brown sausage in oil, breaking up while cooking. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Cook onion and garlic in same pan until fragrant and translucent.
- Simmer: Add tomatoes, stock, herbs and return sausage. Simmer gently.
- Cook Pasta: Add pasta and cook until al dente per package instructions.
- Finish: Stir in cream and Parmesan until melted. Season and garnish with parsley.
💡 Notes
- Can use any small pasta shape.
- Cook pasta separately if making ahead.
- Sweet or hot sausage works well.