Ingredients
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Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this comforting bowl of goodness:
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Italian sausage in a large pot over medium heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, then stir in diced tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier soup, use spicy Italian sausage.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Contains dairy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg