Description
Warm up with a bowl of Italian Sausage Pasta Soup, a delightful blend of spicy Italian sausage, fresh vegetables, and hearty pasta simmered in a savory tomato broth. This comforting dish is perfect for cozy evenings, family gatherings, or quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup uncooked pasta (ditalini or small shells)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned; remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for about 5-7 minutes until tender. Stir in oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Stir in uncooked pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Return sausage to the pot along with spinach; season with salt and pepper. Cook until spinach wilts.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg