Creamy Parmesan Italian Beef Sausage Soup
Indulge in a delightful bowl of Creamy Parmesan Italian Beef Sausage Soup, a comforting dish perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. This soup is rich and creamy, thanks to the combination of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, offering a luxurious texture that’s sure to warm your soul. Packed with lean beef sausage and fresh vegetables, it delivers not only flavor but also nutrition. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to pair with crusty bread or a light salad, this hearty meal is ideal for any occasion. Enjoy leftovers during busy days, as they reheat beautifully. Make this ultimate cozy soup today!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian beef sausage
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, crumble and cook the Italian beef sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery in the same pot for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and stir for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits.
- Return the cooked beef sausage to the pot and stir well.
- Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in heavy cream until warmed through.
- Gradually mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg