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Ditalini Soup Recipe

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Ditalini Soup is a comforting and hearty Italian-inspired soup featuring savory Italian sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a creamy tomato and chicken broth base. This easy-to-make recipe combines sautéed aromatics, herbs, and Parmesan cheese for a rich, flavorful dish perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

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Meat and Dairy

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Pantry Staples & Seasonings

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 quarts chicken stock
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot for flavor.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the drippings. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes soft and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Simmer the soup base: Stir in the drained diced tomatoes, chicken stock, dried basil, and dried oregano. Return the browned sausage to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and allow it to cook for 10 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
  4. Cook the pasta: Add the ditalini pasta to the simmering soup. Continue cooking until the pasta is al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Add cream and cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the cheese is melted and the soup has a creamy consistency.
  6. Season and serve: Taste your soup and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper as desired. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve hot for a satisfying meal.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, use spicy Italian sausage. For milder, choose sweet Italian sausage.
  • You can substitute chicken broth for chicken stock if necessary.
  • If you prefer a lighter soup, omit the heavy cream and add a little more broth.
  • Ditalini pasta can be replaced with other small pasta shapes like elbow macaroni or small shells.
  • Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Keywords: Ditalini Soup, Italian sausage soup, creamy pasta soup, Italian comfort food, sausage pasta soup

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