Description

This Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup is the ultimate cozy comfort food. Made with savory sausage, tender potatoes, aromatic garlic and onions, and a creamy Parmesan-infused broth, it’s a one-pot meal that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for weeknights or Sunday suppers, and even better the next day!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)

1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)

1 yellow onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)

1.5 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, diced

1 tsp Italian seasoning

¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2 cups fresh spinach (optional)

Salt & black pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley or extra Parmesan for garnish

Instructions

Brown the Sausage

In a large pot, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat until fully cooked. Remove excess grease if needed.

Sauté Onion & Garlic

Add diced onion to the sausage and cook for 5 minutes, until soft. Stir in garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

Simmer the Soup

Pour in chicken broth, add potatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer, and cook for 15–18 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.

Make it Creamy

Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer gently until melted and combined—do not boil.

Add Greens & Season

Stir in fresh spinach, season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until spinach wilts.

Serve & Enjoy

Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan, fresh parsley, or red pepper flakes. Serve with warm crusty bread.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings