Description
This Creamy Italian Sausage Soup is a comforting bowl of warmth, featuring a rich, velvety texture that envelops your palate. The savory flavors of Italian sausage meld beautifully with fresh vegetables and a hint of herbs, creating a delightful experience with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- Protein:
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup kale, chopped
- Liquids:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, cooking until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the chopped kale, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, cooking for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, let the soup cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 12 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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