Description
Hearty sausage parmesan cream cheese soup brings warmth and comfort to chilly evenings, blending rich Italian flavors with creamy indulgence. Packed with savory sausage and smooth cheese, this satisfying bowl promises to delight and fill you with pure culinary happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
Dairy:
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a spacious pot, sizzle the sausage over medium-high flame, methodically breaking it into crumbly pieces until rich golden-brown edges emerge, approximately 5-6 minutes. Eliminate excess rendering if necessary.
- Introduce finely diced onions to the meat, allowing them to soften and translucent within 3 minutes. Immediately incorporate minced garlic, stirring briefly until aromatic nuances develop.
- Stream chicken broth and tomatoes into the savory mixture, infusing Italian seasoning, subtle red pepper flakes, and foundational salt-pepper notes. Encourage a gentle simmer, periodically rotating contents for uniform flavor integration.
- Reduce thermal intensity, gently fold cream cheese into the liquid landscape. Manipulate until silky consistency emerges. Cascade heavy cream and grated Parmesan, whisking consistently to achieve harmonious blending.
- Cascade verdant spinach or kale into the bubbling concoction, allowing delicate leaves to wilt and meld seamlessly. Pause momentarily to assess seasoning profile, adjusting with precision if required.
- Elegantly transfer soup into serving vessels, adorning with fresh parsley sprinkles and additional Parmesan shavings. Accompany with rustic bread or garlic-kissed toast for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Drain sausage thoroughly to prevent excess grease from making the soup too oily and heavy.
- Use fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for a more vibrant, intense flavor that elevates the entire dish.
- Choose spicy Italian sausage for an extra kick or mild sausage for a gentler taste profile that suits more palates.
- Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk to reduce calories while maintaining a creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 396
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1090mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg